Description

McGriddle Muffins are the perfect combination of fluffy maple-infused pancake muffins, savory sausage, scrambled eggs, and melty cheese. This easy-to-make breakfast treat is ideal for busy mornings, offering a sweet and savory twist that everyone will love. Skip the drive-thru and make this homemade version for a satisfying start to your day!

Ingredients

Scale

For the pancake muffins:

1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (180 ml) buttermilk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon melted butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup

For the filling:

4 sausage patties (store-bought or homemade)
4 large eggs
4 slices American cheese
2 tablespoons butter (for cooking)

Instructions

Make Pancake Batter:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
Cook Muffin Pancakes:
Grease a muffin tin and fill each cup halfway with the pancake batter. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let the muffins cool.
Prepare Sausage & Eggs:
In a skillet, cook the sausage patties until browned. In the same skillet, melt butter and cook the eggs to your desired doneness.
Assemble McGriddle Muffins:
Slice each pancake muffin in half. Layer a sausage patty, cooked egg, and a slice of cheese between the muffin halves.
Serve & Enjoy:
Drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired. Enjoy these warm and delicious McGriddle Muffins!

Notes

Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based cheese and dairy-free butter.
Gluten-Free Option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
You can make the muffins ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Simply reheat them in the microwave before assembling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking & Skillet Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 McGriddle Muffin
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 160mg

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