In a large skillet, heat the pan over medium heat and add the breakfast sausage patties. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, breaking them up with a spatula until no longer pink and browned. Once cooked, remove the sausage with a slotted spoon, allowing excess grease to drain, and set aside in a bowl, leaving the flavorful drippings in the skillet.

In the same skillet, add the diced sweet potatoes. If needed, drizzle a bit of olive oil for moisture, then season with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently until fork-tender and lightly browned.

Once the sweet potatoes are ready, return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Drizzle pure maple syrup over the entire mixture, gently toss everything together for about 2-3 minutes on heat, letting the syrup caramelize slightly.

Remove the skillet from heat once fully combined and heated through. Serve warm in bowls, adding optional toppings like fried eggs or chopped herbs, inviting family to dig in!