Description
These McGriddle Muffins are a savory and satisfying breakfast treat that combines the flavors of a classic McGriddle sandwich in convenient muffin form. Perfect for meal prep or a grab-and-go morning option.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup cooked breakfast sausage, finely chopped
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup cooked crumbled bacon (optional)
- additional maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix milk, maple syrup, melted butter, and egg.
- Combine mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in sausage, cheddar cheese, and bacon if using.
- Bake: Divide batter into muffin cups and bake for 15–18 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- These muffins can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
- Try using turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
