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Mini pancake muffins baked in a dark metal muffin tin, showcasing a golden-brown fluffy texture with sausage crumbles.

Easy Homemade McGriddle Bites for Busy Mornings

These sweet and savory McGriddle Bites feature a fluffy pancake batter studded with browned breakfast sausage and finished with a glossy maple syrup drizzle. Perfect for a quick, grab-and-go meal prep breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 65
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

McGriddle Bites Ingredients
  • 1/2 lb bulk breakfast sausage Browned and crumbled
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Spoon and leveled
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Ensures a fluffy texture
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk Room temperature
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup Divided use (2 tbsp for batter, 1 tbsp for drizzle)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter Melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 large egg Room temperature

Equipment

  • 1 Dark Metal Mini Muffin Tin Essential for achieving crispy, golden-brown edges.
  • 1 Medium skillet For properly browning the breakfast sausage.

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breakfast sausage and cook until thoroughly browned and caramelized. Drain excess fat on a paper towel and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, melted butter, and the egg until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold with a silicone spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously spray a dark metal mini muffin tin with non-stick spray. Fill each well 2/3 full with batter, then press the browned sausage crumbles into the tops.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Rest for 2 minutes, remove from tin, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of glossy maple syrup before serving.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter or the bites will be rubbery.
Use a dark metal muffin tin for the crispiest, golden-brown edges.