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McGriddle Bites Recipe

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Delicious McGriddle Bites combine savory breakfast sausage, fluffy maple-infused pancake batter, melted cheddar cheese, and a hint of jalapeño spice baked into bite-sized morsels perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. These flavorful mini muffins bring together sweet, spicy, and cheesy elements in a convenient handheld form.

Ingredients

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Sausage Mixture

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (regular pork sausage)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (from block cheese)
  • 1/4 cup diced jalapeños

Batter

  • 2 cups Hungry Jack Pancake Mix (make sure it only requires water)
  • 1 cup water (filtered or tap water)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

Additional

  • Extra maple syrup for dipping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crumbled, approximately 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease to keep the bites from being greasy.
  3. Make Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Hungry Jack Pancake Mix, water, and maple syrup. Stir gently until just combined without overmixing for a tender texture.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Fold the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced jalapeños into the batter, ensuring an even distribution of all flavors.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter mixture into each mini muffin cup, filling about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
  6. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bites turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the McGriddle Bites to cool slightly before removing them from the pan. Serve warm with extra maple syrup on the side for dipping, if desired.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the texture light and fluffy.
  • Use pure maple syrup for the best authentic flavor.
  • Diced jalapeños can be adjusted or omitted based on spice preference.
  • Mini muffin tins should be greased well to prevent sticking.
  • These bites can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven or microwave.

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