Delicious McGriddle Bites with Sausage, Cheese, and Maple Syrup Recipe
McGriddle Bites are a delightful breakfast treat featuring savory sausage and melted cheese sandwiched between soft, sweet pancake rounds, all served with a hint of maple syrup. Perfect for a quick, satisfying morning snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Sausage
- 8 ounces breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled or formed into small patties
Cheese
- 4 slices American cheese or cheddar cheese, cut into bite-sized pieces
Maple Syrup
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Pancake Batter. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to form pancake batter.
- Cook Sausage. Cook breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside to cool slightly. Alternatively, use pre-cooked sausage patties cut to size.
- Form Pancake Rounds. Heat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Pour small rounds of pancake batter (about 2 inches in diameter) and cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set, about 1-2 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1 minute more. Repeat until all batter is used.
- Assemble Bites. Place a cooked pancake round on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Add a piece of cooked sausage, followed by a piece of cheese, then top with another pancake round to create a sandwich.
- Bake the Bites. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled McGriddle Bites on the baking sheet for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the bites are warmed through.
- Serve with Maple Syrup. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with maple syrup on the side for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- You can make these ahead of time and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Use turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Try using different cheeses like pepper jack or Swiss for varied flavor.
- Mini pancake molds can help create uniform rounds.
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