Copycat McGriddle Bites: Homemade Breakfast Perfection
These Copycat McGriddle Bites pack all the sweet and savory flavors of the classic breakfast sandwich into mini, portable bites perfect for meal prep or a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 18 bites 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (plus more for dipping)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Cooking spray or oil, for greasing
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar.
- 3. In another bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk, maple syrup, and melted butter.
- 4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed—don’t overmix.
- 5. Fold in sausage crumbles and shredded cheese.
- 6. Divide batter evenly into mini muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
- 7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 8. Cool slightly and serve warm with maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or air fryer.
- Great for freezing—just thaw and warm before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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