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Pork and Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Sausage Patties

By PowerProteinPlates Editorial TeamPublished May 2, 2026 | Updated Oct 20, 2026

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Skillet-cooked ground pork patties with grated apple, cinnamon and herbs.

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Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine American

Ingredients

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Servings - 4 +

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and finely grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 small shallot, finely minced (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or avocado oil (for cooking)

Instructions

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1. 1 In a large bowl, combine ground pork, grated apple, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, black pepper, ground ginger, and ground cloves.
2. 2 Add the minced shallot (if using), garlic, and chopped parsley to the mixture.
3. 3 Thoroughly mix all ingredients with your hands or a spoon until evenly combined and spices are well distributed throughout the meat.
4. 4 Divide the mixture into 8 equal patties of even thickness.
5. 5 Heat the coconut or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
6. 6 Place the sausage patties in the skillet, leaving space between each to avoid overcrowding.
7. 7 Cook patties for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown, crispy on the outside, and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
8. 8 Remove patties from skillet and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
9. 9 Serve warm with sides of your choice.

Timing note

Allow for preparation, 12-14 minutes cooking per batch to 160°F (71°C), and 2 minutes resting.

Storage

Refrigerate promptly in covered containers for up to 4 days.

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