Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your preferred level of spiciness)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 8 ounces spicy breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings:
- Chopped scallions
- Hot sauce
How to Make
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Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish or a cast-iron skillet.
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Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
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Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, maple syrup, and eggs.
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Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Step 5: Gently fold in the cooked and crumbled spicy breakfast sausage and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Step 6: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it out evenly.
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Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Step 8: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares or wedges.
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Step 9: Serve warm. Optionally, top with chopped scallions and drizzle with hot sauce for an extra kick.
We hope you enjoy this recipe!
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