Air Fryer Sausage Patties – How to Cook Frozen Sausage

Learn how to make air fryer sausage patties for a great breakfast on busy mornings. This easy air fryer recipe only takes about 8-10 minutes to make and requires little meal prep.

The best part is that using the air fryer to make this easy recipe frees up your stove top for making eggs, french toast, or hash browns. 

Air Fryer Sausage Patties

These easy air fryer sausage patties are another example of how using an air fryer for frozen foods is the best way to simplify the cooking process.

Plus, air frying this popular breakfast side dish will give you the best results so you can enjoy the perfect juicy sausage patty every time. 

Ingredients

The only thing you’ll need to make this delicious breakfast food is a couple of simple ingredients. 

Frozen breakfast patties– I use pork sausage patties and usually purchase Jimmy Dean sausages or the store-brand ground pork sausage with maple syrup flavor. 

Cooking spray– This is a simple way to make the air fryer breakfast sausages crispy. 

How to Make Sausage Patties in the Air Fryer 

Step 1

If your air fryer has racks, place as many sausage patties on each air fryer tray that will fit without touching, to allow the hot air to flow freely.

Cover the drip tray with aluminum foil so it will catch the extra fat that drips from the cooked sausage patties.

Step 2

Cook sausage patties in a single layer, leaving space in between the patties to allow proper airflow in a preheated air fryer set to 400 degrees.

If you are making air fryer breakfast sausage patties in an air fryer with baskets such as a ninja foodi, add the patties to the bottom of the air fryer basket. 

Step 3

Before cooking sausage, spray the patties with cooking spray if you prefer a crispy finish. Although the patties have their own grease, adding a little extra oil helps to crisp the edges.

Step 4

Cook the patties for 3 minutes, then flip over and cook for an additional 3- 5 minutes.

If you are cooking thick sausage patties and your sausage extra crispy, you can cook it for an additional cook time of 1-2 minutes.

If you are cooking thin patties, they will need less time, possibly only a couple of minutes less. 

If cooking raw sausages or homemade sausage patties, you may need to cook for a few extra minutes to ensure that the raw patties are thoroughly cooked. 

The total cooking time should not exceed 10-12 minutes for most patties.

For raw sausage patties, it is recommended to check to see that the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees on a meat thermometer.

To remove extra grease, set the patties on a paper towel.

Storage Instructions

Be sure to store the leftover patties in an airtight container lined with parchment paper so they are not sitting in their own grease.

They are best when consumed within 3-4 days. For best results only cook as many patties as you want for personal consumption the first time.

If you want to reheat patties, do so at 350 degrees f, for just a couple of minutes although it is best to use fresh sausage patties.

Serving Suggestions

Add a slice of cheese and an over-easy egg on an English muffin for tasty breakfast sandwiches.

Perfect for a quick meal served alongside golden brown pancakes, air fryer bacon, or your favorite breakfast food.

Fresh patties can replace Italian sausage in many recipes for a unique flavor.

Add homemade breakfast sausage sprinkled with garlic powder to this easy deep dish pizza recipe for an extra burst of flavor. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Cook Sausage Links in the Air Fryer?

Yes, you can make air fryer sausage links with the same method found in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

This method will be your new favorite way to cook frozen sausages. 

How Long Do You Cook Sausage in the Air Fryer?

Sausage patties can be cooked in the air fryer for about 8-10 minutes. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the patties. 

What Temperature Should Sausage Patties Be Cooked To?

Sausage patties should reach 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. 

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If you are on a medically restrictive diet or a low calorie diet, you will love these air fryer zucchini chips and these air fryer banana chips.

Be sure to visit each page for detailed instructions as well as available nutrient data with nutrition facts, daily values, and nutrient information for each recipe.