McGriddle Muffin Bites You'll Absolutely Love
Enjoy the perfect sweet and savory breakfast with these homemade McGriddle muffins. Easy to make, meal prep-friendly, and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Pancake Mix (2 cups): Use bisquick, Kodiak protein pancake mix, or your favorite brand. Look for a mix that yields fluffy, slightly sweet pancakes.
- Milk 1 cup: Dairy or non-dairy milk works. Milk hydrates the mix and keeps the batter light.
Egg (1 large): Adds structure. For extra make protein McGriddle , use 2 eggs.
- Maple Syrup 2 tbsp: Real or imitation. This gives the signature McGriddle sweetness.
Breakfast Sausage (12 patties): Use ground breakfast sausage or pre-formed sausage patties. Pork or turkey both work.
- Cooking Spray or Butter: Prevents sticking. Grease each muffin cup.
Cheddar Cheese (optional, 1 cup shredded): Adds a savory layer.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (204°C).
- Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with softened butter or cooking spray . Set aside.
Step 2: Cook Sausage
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook sausage McGriddle muffins patties 3–4 minutes per side, until no pink remains.
- Drain on paper towels and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3: Make Pancake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk pancake mix, milk, egg, and maple syrup until smooth.
- If using protein pancake mix, adjust liquid per package instructions.
Step 4: Assemble Muffin Bites
- Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of batter into each muffin cup—just enough to cover the bottom.
- Place one sausage patty on top of the batter in each cup.
- Add 1–2 tablespoons of batter over each patty until it reaches just below the rim.
- If using cheese or eggs, sprinkle a bit on top now.
Step 5: Bake
- Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are golden.
- Let cool 2 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 6: Serve or Store
- To Serve: Drizzle with maple syrup or tuck into a breakfast sandwich.
- To Store: Let the McGriddle Muffin Bites cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.
- To Freeze: Place cooled bites in a freezer bag. Freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in microwave 20–30 seconds from frozen.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sodium: 460mg
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 8g
Categorize the Recipe
- Course: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-Protein, Kid-Friendly
- Method: Baked
- Keyword: McGriddle Muffin Bites, Easy Breakfast, Meal Prep Muffins
- Skill Level: Easy