Description
Enjoy a fun and delicious twist on classic breakfast flavors with these McGriddle Bites. Mini muffin-sized pancakes are filled with savory breakfast sausage, melted cheddar cheese, and a hint of maple syrup, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack that’s easy to make and irresistible to eat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups Hungry Jack Pancake Mix
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups water
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Other Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook Sausage: Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease thoroughly and set the sausage aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of pancake mix with 1 ½ cups water following the package instructions. Stir in the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and maple syrup until evenly mixed.
- Bake McGriddle Bites: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a mini muffin pan generously to prevent sticking. Fill each muffin cup with the prepared batter, then bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the bites turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Serve: Remove the McGriddle Bites from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm. Serve with extra maple syrup on the side for dipping to enhance the sweet-savory balance.
Notes
- Ensure to drain the sausage grease well to avoid greasy bites.
- You can substitute breakfast sausage with turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Mini muffin pans work best to create bite-sized portions that mimic the original McGriddle texture and size.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best taste and texture.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
