McGriddle Bites: Sweet Sausage Muffins for Quick Mornings Recipe
These McGriddle Bites are a delicious and convenient twist on the classic sweet and savory McGriddle. Featuring savory breakfast sausage, fluffy maple-infused pancake batter, gooey cheddar cheese, and optional jalapeños and blueberries for a spicy and fruity contrast, these mini muffins are perfect for quick breakfasts or brunch gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Sausage Mixture
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (use regular pork sausage)
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños (adds a spicy kick)
Pancake Batter
- 2 cups Hungry Jack Pancake Mix (make sure it only requires water)
- 1 cup water (filtered or tap water)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (pure maple syrup preferred)
Add-ins
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded from block cheese)
- 1/2 cup blueberries (for a fruity contrast)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and grease a mini muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the cooked sausage.
- Prepare Pancake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pancake mix, water, and maple syrup. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Mix in Ingredients: Fold the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and blueberries into the pancake batter until evenly distributed.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bites turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the McGriddle Bites to cool slightly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm, optionally with extra maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the pancake mix requires only water to keep the recipe simple and quick.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños according to your spice preference or omit for a milder flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the sausage with plant-based sausage alternatives and adjust cooking accordingly.
- These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Feel free to customize the add-ins; for example, swap blueberries for other berries or omit for a purely savory bite.
Keywords: McGriddle Bites, Breakfast Muffins, Sausage Muffins, Quick Breakfast, Maple Sausage Bites, Savory Sweet Breakfast
