Healthy Homemade McGriddles Recipe
A healthier take on the classic McGriddles, this recipe combines whole wheat flour pancakes infused with maple syrup, layered with savory turkey sausage and melted cheese for a delicious and nutritious breakfast sandwich.
- Author: Ria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Pancakes
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Filling
- 4 turkey sausage patties
- 4 slices of cheese (such as cheddar or American)
- Prepare dry ingredients. In a bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Mix wet ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and maple syrup until fully blended.
- Combine batter. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Cook pancakes. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook turkey sausage. In a separate skillet over medium heat, cook turkey sausage patties until fully cooked through and browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Assemble McGriddles. Place a slice of cheese on a pancake, top with a turkey sausage patty, and then sandwich with another pancake. The residual heat will melt the cheese slightly.
- Serve warm. Enjoy your healthy homemade McGriddles immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use low-fat milk to reduce calories and fat content.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar.
- Turkey sausage patties should be cooked thoroughly to ensure food safety.
- Optional: add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the pancake batter for extra flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cheese with vegan cheese and use plant-based milk.
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