Description
McGriddle Bites are a delightful breakfast treat combining fluffy pancakes, savory sausage, and melted cheddar cheese, all baked into bite-sized muffins with a hint of maple syrup. Perfect for quick mornings or brunch gatherings, these mini pancake muffins deliver the classic McGriddle flavors in a fun, easy-to-eat form.
Ingredients
Pancake Batter
- 2 cups Hungry Jack Pancake Mix
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Filling
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown Sausage: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain the grease thoroughly to ensure the bites are not greasy, then set the cooked sausage aside.
- Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the pancake mix with water as directed on the pancake mix box instructions. Stir well until smooth and lump-free.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and maple syrup into the pancake batter, ensuring even distribution of all ingredients throughout the mix.
- Fill Muffin Pan and Bake: Grease a mini muffin pan lightly to prevent sticking. Pour the batter evenly into the mini muffin cups, filling them nearly full. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for 12 to 15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve the mini pancake muffins warm with extra maple syrup for dipping. These McGriddle Bites offer a perfect handheld breakfast experience.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the sausage well to avoid excess grease in the bites.
- Use freshly shredded cheddar for best melting and flavor.
- The mini muffin pan yields about 48 bite-sized muffins.
- These can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the batter.
