What ingredients do I need to make McGriddle Bites?

You’ll need pancake mix (just-add-water type), cooked breakfast sausage crumbles, shredded cheddar cheese, water or milk, and maple syrup. These key ingredients recreate that sweet-and-savory flavor combo you expect from the original breakfast sandwich.

Can I freeze the McGriddle Bites for later?

Yes — once fully cooled, store your McGriddle Bites in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to three months. When you’re ready, reheat in the microwave or oven until warm throughout, and you’ve got a quick breakfast ready to go.

Can I use a regular muffin tin instead of mini ones?

Absolutely. If you use a standard muffin pan, fill each well about three-quarters full and adjust bake time to around 18-20 minutes (instead of the 12-15 minutes usually used for mini muffins). Just keep an eye on browning and a toothpick test.

How do I make the McGriddle Bites less sweet?

If you’d prefer less sweetness from the maple syrup, simply reduce the syrup in the batter or skip the syrup dip at the end. You can also swap the sausage for a lean turkey version and use a milder cheese to further balance the flavor.

McGriddle Bites – 5 Irresistible Breakfast Snacks You’ll Love

Name: McGriddle Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 24 mini bites (about 6 servings)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups pancake mix (just-add-water style); 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled and drained; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2/3 cup water or milk; 2 tablespoons maple syrup, plus more for serving; Pinch kosher salt (optional); Pinch black pepper (optional); Nonstick spray, for the pan

Description

These McGriddle Bites capture all the warm, syrupy, cheesy goodness of the classic sandwich without the drive-thru wait. Soft, golden, and full of maple flavor, they make the perfect sweet and savory breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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2 cups pancake mix (just-add-water type)
1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled and drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
⅔ cup water or milk
2 tablespoons maple syrup (plus more for serving)
Optional: pinch of salt and dash of black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat and drain any excess fat.
In a large bowl, mix pancake mix, water or milk, and maple syrup until combined.
Fold in the sausage and cheddar cheese gently.
Spoon the batter into the muffin pan, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Cool slightly and serve warm with maple syrup.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter to keep bites fluffy.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
Reheat in microwave for 20 seconds or in oven for 5 minutes at 350°F.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 bites
Calories: 150
Sugar: 6
Sodium: 310
Fat: 7
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 3
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 14
Fiber: 0
Protein: 6
Cholesterol: 25