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These cute little mini muffins bring all the wow factor of my fave McDonald's morning meal in perfect bite-sized treats. I came up with this idea when I was trying to make those yummy McGriddles at home. When you mix fluffy pancake with juicy sausage and that hint of maple sweetness, my family comes running to the kitchen whenever I bake a batch.
Why These Tasty Breakfast Bites Stand Out
These tiny treats have become a real game-changer in my busy home. I always stash some in the freezer for crazy mornings. What's really cool? They warm up perfectly right from frozen. My children eat them up so fast I can barely keep up, and I'm just happy to have a trusted breakfast that gets them smiling.
Basic Stuff You'll Find In Your Kitchen
- Pancake mix: Use whatever pancake mix you have or make your own from scratch. They'll turn out great either way.
- Water: Make sure you stick to my measurements here. Getting the water just right gives you that true McGriddle feel we're after.
- Cheese: I throw in shredded cheddar but feel free to swap in whatever cheese you enjoy most.
- Maple syrup: Real maple syrup works wonders in these bites but your regular breakfast syrup will do the trick too.
- Breakfast sausage: I usually pick regular breakfast sausage but you might like maple for extra sweetness or spicy if you want some heat.
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Creating These Goodies Together
- Get Your Pancake Batter Ready
- Stir your pancake mix with water until it's nice and smooth. You want it just right - not too runny or thick.
- Cook Your Sausage
- Fry up your sausage in a skillet and break it into tiny bits. When it's done, drain off any extra grease.
- Mix Everything Up
- Here's where it gets good. Stir your cooked sausage bits into your batter, then toss in cheese and pour in some maple syrup.
- Load Your Muffin Tin
- Scoop the mixture into a greased muffin tin, filling each spot almost to the top. Stick them in a 375°F oven for around 15 minutes until they look golden and puffy.
- Dig In
- Let them cool for a minute then enjoy. In my house, they don't last long!
My Clever Time-Saving Trick
I always double the batch of these bites since they freeze so nicely. When mornings get crazy, I just pull a few from the freezer, warm them up and breakfast is done. I feel so much more put together when I've got these tucked away for later.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How far ahead can I prepare these mini pancakes?
You can prep them at the beginning of the week. Store them in the fridge, and pop them in the microwave or toaster for a convenient breakfast whenever you need.