Description
Delight in these McGriddle Bites, a perfect breakfast treat combining fluffy pancake batter with savory breakfast sausage and cheddar cheese, all enhanced with a touch of maple sweetness. Baked in mini muffin tins, these bite-sized delights offer a convenient, flavorful start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon maple extract or 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Add-ins
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage crumbles
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Additional
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup for drizzling
- nonstick cooking spray for the pan
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the bites don’t stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents and sugar.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and either maple extract or pure maple syrup, blending well to incorporate all liquids.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Fold in the cooked breakfast sausage crumbles and shredded cheddar cheese evenly into the batter, distributing flavors throughout.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bites turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let the McGriddle Bites cool in the pan for a few minutes before gently removing them. Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired for extra sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage or plant-based sausage if preferred for different dietary choices or flavors.
- Adding a small cube of cooked sausage in the center of each bite provides a more distinct sausage flavor.
- These McGriddle Bites reheat well in the microwave or air fryer, making them a convenient option for quick breakfasts.
