Description
📄 Description:
These sweet and savory Mini McGriddle Bites deliver all the flavor of the classic McDonald’s McGriddle in a bite-sized, meal-prep-friendly form. Perfect for quick breakfasts, kids’ lunchboxes, or make-ahead brunches, they combine fluffy maple pancake batter with hearty sausage in a convenient muffin-sized treat. Quick to prepare, freezer-friendly, and customizable for any diet!
Ingredients
📝 Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
2 tbsp cornmeal (for griddle texture)
2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup milk (regular, oat, or almond)
1 large egg
1 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp maple syrup (plus more for drizzling)
8 cooked breakfast sausage links (cut into bite-sized chunks)
Optional Add-ins:
Mini cheddar cubes
Diced cooked bacon
Dash of cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with silicone cups.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla, and maple syrup until smooth.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mix. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
Spoon batter into muffin cups (about 2/3 full). Press a piece of sausage into the center of each.
Bake for 13–15 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
✍️ Notes:
Make Ahead: Store in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months. Reheat in microwave or air fryer.
Maple Boost: Add ¼ tsp maple extract for a stronger McGriddle flavor.
Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based milk and coconut oil.
Spicy Twist: Try spicy sausage or a hot honey drizzle for extra kick.
For Bigger Bites: Use regular muffin tins and bake for 18–20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg