Maple Blueberry Turkey Breakfast Patties Recipe
These Maple Blueberry Turkey Sausage Breakfast Patties are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional breakfast sausages. Made with lean ground turkey and seasoned with fresh herbs and warm spices, these patties are studded with juicy blueberries and lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, offering a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Quick to prepare and cook, they make an excellent protein-packed start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 patties (serves 4, 2 patties each)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey (do not use extra lean)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped sage (about 4 medium sage leaves)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients
- ⅓ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced garlic, maple syrup, chopped sage, dried thyme, ground cumin, ground ginger, allspice, cayenne pepper, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Use your hands to mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Add blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries, being careful not to crush them. Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Form patties: Shape the mixture into 8 even-sized patties, approximately 1/3 inch thick. Make sure to tuck the blueberries into the meat so they don’t pop out during cooking.
- Heat the pan: Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or olive oil to a nonstick skillet and place it over medium heat.
- Cook patties: Place the turkey sausage patties in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the patties are fully cooked.
- Serve: Serve warm, pairing two patties with 2 fried eggs for a complete breakfast. Optionally, drizzle a small amount of maple syrup over the patties to enhance their natural sweetness.
Notes
- Use 93% lean ground turkey to maintain moisture and flavor; extra lean can result in dry patties.
- Fresh or frozen blueberries can be used; if frozen, thaw and drain excess moisture before adding.
- Tuck blueberries into the meat mixture carefully to prevent bursting during cooking.
- Adjust cayenne pepper based on your heat preference.
- These patties can be cooked in advance and reheated for a quick breakfast option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
