Description

Wake up to the perfect balance of sweet and savory with homemade McGriddle Muffins. This recipe combines fluffy maple-infused pancakes with hearty sausage patties and melty cheddar cheese for a delicious breakfast sandwich that’s quick to prepare and customizable to your taste. Ready in under 30 minutes, these McGriddle Muffins bring fast-food flavor straight to your kitchen, making them ideal for busy mornings or relaxed weekends.

Ingredients

Scale

Pancake Batter

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Sausage Patties

8 oz sausage meat (about 4 thin patties)
Butter or oil (for cooking)

Assembly

4 slices cheddar cheese
Butter or oil (for cooking pancakes and sausage)

Instructions

Prepare the Pancake Batter: In a bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 1 large egg, and 2 tablespoons maple syrup. Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry until you have a smooth, thick batter ready for cooking.
Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour small rounds of batter approximately 3-4 inches in diameter to create mini pancakes. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side. Set the pancakes aside in stacks.
Prepare the Sausage Patties: Shape the sausage meat into thin patties that match the pancake size. Cook them in the skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease on paper towels.
Assemble the McGriddle Muffins: Place one pancake on a plate, top with a slice of cheddar cheese, then a warm sausage patty. Finish with another pancake on top to form a sandwich. Press lightly to help the cheese melt with the residual heat.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve your McGriddle Muffins warm with optional garnishes like powdered sugar or extra maple syrup for an unbeatable sweet and savory breakfast.

Notes

Choose quality sausage for the best flavor.
Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay to keep pancakes tender.
Cook pancakes on medium heat to avoid burning and get a perfect golden crust.
Make sausage patties and pancakes the same size for easy assembly.
Use real maple syrup to maintain authentic McGriddle flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 McGriddle Muffin
Calories: 350
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: McGriddle Muffins, breakfast sandwich, sweet and savory, maple pancakes, sausage patty, cheddar cheese, homemade breakfast