Description
Delicious McGriddle Bites combine fluffy mini pancakes with savory breakfast sausage and a hint of maple syrup, perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the batter light.
- Fold in Extras: Gently fold in the cooked crumbled breakfast sausage, maple syrup, and shredded cheddar cheese if using, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Bites: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop small portions of the batter onto the hot skillet, creating mini pancake-sized bites. Cook each side for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Transfer cooked McGriddle Bites to a plate and keep warm while cooking the rest. Serve warm with additional maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked sausage links or patties to save preparation time.
- These McGriddle Bites freeze well; reheat in the microwave or toaster oven for convenient meals.
- Omit the cheddar cheese for a sweeter version of the bites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
