McDonald’s Sausage Patty
Recreate the iconic McDonald’s breakfast sausage patty at home! Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned with sage and spices, this homemade version rivals the real thing — ideal for breakfast sandwiches or meal prep.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- measuring spoons
- Large skillet or griddle
- Spatula
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork 80–85% lean
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp sage dried
- ¼ tsp thyme dried
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp brown sugar
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ⅛ tsp nutmeg optional
- 1 tbsp water for moisture
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine ground pork, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, red pepper flakes, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg, and water.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and flatten into 3–4 inch patties.
- Chill (optional): Place patties on parchment paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes for better shape retention.
- Cook Patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side or until browned and cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 71°C).
- Drain & Serve: Place on paper towels to remove excess grease. Serve hot with eggs, cheese, and an English muffin for a McDonald’s-style breakfast sandwich.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per patty):
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 14g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 320mg