Make a big batch of this hearty and satisfying Beef Breakfast Sausage (Sheet Pan) recipe. I love how deliciously seasoned they are and that they’re incredibly easy to make. As you know, there are certain ingredients I steer clear of and making homemade sausage means you can control the ingredients. Make them ahead of time, as part of your breakfast prep! They are great as a protein-packed meal that you can enjoy throughout the week. The whole family will love this savory, filling recipe! For more savory breakfast recipes, try my Turkey Bacon Breakfast Sandwich, these Breakfast Burrito Bowls and my Air Fryer Breakfast Sausage Patties.
Why you’ll love this recipe
Ideal for breakfast prep, plus, you can freeze them! I like to batch prep them and keep some in the fridge and extra in the freezer.
My beef breakfast sausage recipe is gluten and dairy free.
Sausage meat can be dry but these come out super juicy thanks to the honey!
They’re incredibly delicious – loaded with spices and yummy veggies. The apple gives them a really fresh flavor.
This recipe and flavor combination is super unique!
I made them in under an hour and there was hardly any dishes to wash!
Easy to reheat – like, in minutes.
Equipment needed
For this Beef Breakfast Sausage Sheet Pan recipe, I used a cutting board and knife to prepare the veggies. I also used a baking sheet and a mixing bowl.
Ingredients needed
Ground beef: I like to use a high quality beef that is organic and grass-fed!
Garlic powder: Using garlic powder adds flavor and makes this recipe quick and easy!
Honey: Balances the savoryness of the ingredients. You could also use maple syrup.
Honeycrisp apples: I love the fresh pop of fruity apple flavor in this breakfast recipe.
Potatoes: Potatoes make this sheet pan more hearty!
Fennel bulb: The slight licorice flavor is SO delicious. You can swap these with celery or leeks if you don’t like fennel.
Sweet onion: For flavor balance, sweet onion is more palatable for me in the mornings.
Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon is great with the honey and apple flavor!
Salt: My favorite is Redmond’s Real Salt because it is high-quality and made with zero fillers. If you use my discount code LESSWITHLAUR you can get 15% off Redmond’s website.
Avocado oil: I love its neutral flavor and high smoke point!
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Round up your ingredients and preheat your oven to 425°F.
Step 2: Prepare your apples, potatoes, onions and fennel by chopping them up.
Step 3: Toss the apples in cinnamon and add them, with the vegetables, to a baking sheet. Pour over the avocado oil and season with salt.
Step 4: Add the ground beef to a bowl along with honey and garlic powder.
Step 5: Roll 1 -1 1/2 inch meatballs. Place in gaps on the baking sheet.
Step 6: Roast for 35 minutes or until the veggies are browned and the beef is cooked.
Storage
Store your leftover beef breakfast sausage recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Make sure to let everything cool completely before storing.
If you want to plan ahead, you can mix the meatball mixture and keep it in the fridge, covered, for 24 hours before rolling up the meatballs.
Both the cooked and uncooked beef mixture can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Variations
Fiber boost: Fold in 2-3 grated zucchini for extra veggies and fiber.
Spicy: If you love a little heat, add in some red pepper flakes and a dash of hot sauce.
Extra herby: I like to pick fresh herbs from my little kitchen herb station and add them in. Herbs that work well include fresh thyme, rosemary or Italian parsley.
How to serve
Here’s how I love to enjoy my Beef Breakfast Sausage recipe:
- Serve them warm for a cozy breakfast meal.
- Pair this breakfast sheet pan with a side of fruit or yogurt!
- When I need something a little extra, I pair this with a smoothie like my Strawberry Cloud Smoothie.
- This recipe makes a great meal prep for the week ahead!
Recipe FAQ
Can breakfast sausage be made from beef?
Yes! Breakfast sausage is traditionally made from pork but you can also use beef!
Can you make ground beef taste like sausage?
Adding spices, aromatics, herbs and sweetener helps ground beef taste more like sausage – so in this case: honey and garlic powder.
Is beef sausage a thing?
Yes, it is very much a thing – a lot of people around the world don’t eat pork and therefore beef sausage is the alternative.
What kind of meat is breakfast sausage made of?
Typically, beef, turkey, pork or chicken.
Is beef sausage the same as beef burger?
No – beef sausage and beef burger meat are seasoned differently!
Related Recipes
Be sure to try these yummy breakfast ideas next:
Blueberry Vanilla Low Histamine Smoothie
Blueberry White Chocolate Oatmeal Bake
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Beef Breakfast Sausage (Sheet Pan)
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 cutting board
- 1 knife
- 1 bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 honeycrisp apples
- 2 potatoes
- 1 fennel bulb
- 1 sweet onion
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- dash salt
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- Round up your ingredients and preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Chop apples, potatoes, onions and fennel. Sprinkle apples with honey, if desired.
- Place on greased baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Add the ground beef to a bowl along with honey and garlic powder.
- Roll into 1-1 1/2 inch balls and place in crevices on baking sheet.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until vegetables are lightly browned and beef is cooked.
- Serve and enjoy!
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