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Healthy maple sage turkey sausage patties stacked on a white plate for a protein-packed breakfast.

Maple Sage Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties

5 from 1 vote
These turkey breakfast sausage patties combine sage and thyme with a subtle hint of maple and kick from chili flakes. Perfect for a quick high-protein breakfast or meal prep for the week ahead.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

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Servings : 8 patties

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey, 93% lean for best texture
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tbsp olive oil
Spices
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika, optional, for depth
  • 2 tsp dried sage, or 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage
  • 1 tsp dried thyme, or 2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme
  • ¼ tsp ground fennel
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes, optional, for mild heat
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Instructions
 

  1. Mix the sausage blend
    In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground turkey, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp salt, 1½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp dried sage (or 2 tbsp fresh sage), 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh thyme), ¼ teaspoon ground fennel, and ¼ tsp chili flakes if using. Mix with your hands or a spoon until evenly combined, being careful not to overmix.
    Ground turkey mixed with sage, thyme, garlic, and spices in a metal bowl for maple sage sausage patties.
  2. Shape the patties
    Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and gently form each into a small, flat patty about ½ inch thick. Place on a plate or parchment-lined tray.
    Uncooked turkey breakfast sausage patties shaped and ready to cook on a white plate.
  3. Cook the patties
    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a ½ tablespoon olive oil, then cook the patties in a single layer for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through to 165°F.
    Turkey breakfast sausage patties sizzling in a stainless steel skillet for a healthy meal prep breakfast.
  4. Rest and serve
    Transfer to a plate and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with avocado toast, on the side of oatmeal, or tucked into a breakfast sandwich.
    Turkey breakfast sausage patties served with avocado toast, blueberries, and raspberries for a healthy high-protein breakfast.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 13gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 321mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

Notes

  • If using extra-lean turkey (99%), add ½ tbsp olive oil for juiciness.
  • For a sweeter touch, increase maple syrup to 1½ tbsp.
  • These patties reheat beautifully in a skillet or toaster oven and freeze well for quick weekday breakfasts.