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A close-up of McDonald's new Spicy McMuffin sandwich on a breakfast table

Name: Spicy McMuffin

Summary: A fiery twist on the classic McMuffin, this Spicy McMuffin recipe combines a bold, seasoned sausage patty with melty American cheese, a fried egg, and a toasted English muffin. It’s quick, delicious, and perfect for spice lovers looking to kickstart their morning.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 spicy breakfast sausage patty e.g., Jimmy Dean Hot or homemade
  • 1 English muffin sliced and toasted
  • 1 slice of American cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp butter or oil for frying
  • Optional: hot sauce jalapeño slices, pepper jack cheese for extra heat

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Nonstick skillet or frying pan
  • Small bowl (for egg)
  • Toaster or pan for English muffin
  • Spatula
  • Knife (optional for assembling or cutting)

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Toast the Muffin: Split the English muffin and toast both halves until golden. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the spicy sausage patty until browned and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes per side).
  4. Fry the Egg: In the same pan, crack the egg into a buttered skillet and cook to your liking (fried or scrambled).
  5. Assemble: On the bottom half of the muffin, layer the sausage, then the cheese, then the egg. Top with the other muffin half.
  6. Customize: Add hot sauce or jalapeños for extra spice if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Notes:
You can substitute pepper jack cheese for American to enhance the spice level.
Use plant-based spicy sausage for a vegetarian version.
Make multiple sandwiches at once for meal prep—simply wrap in foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Add a hash brown patty inside for a satisfying crunch.