Description
Bring the iconic fast food breakfast home with this Homemade McGriddle! Featuring fluffy pancake buns with a hint of maple, paired with savory sausage or bacon, this sweet and salty breakfast sandwich is the ultimate morning indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Pancake Buns:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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Pinch of salt
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1 egg
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3/4 cup milk
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1 tablespoon melted butter
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2 tablespoons maple syrup (plus extra for drizzling)
For the Filling:
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4 breakfast sausage patties or 4 slices of bacon
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4 eggs (optional, fried or scrambled)
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4 slices of American or cheddar cheese
Instructions
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Make the Pancake Batter:
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In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk together egg, milk, melted butter, and maple syrup.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
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Cook the Pancake Buns:
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Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat.
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Pour batter into small rounds (about the size of a sandwich bun). Cook until bubbles form and flip. Cook until golden brown. Set aside.
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Prepare the Filling:
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Cook sausage patties or bacon until crispy and fully cooked.
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Optionally, cook eggs to your preference.
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Assemble the McGriddle:
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Place a slice of cheese on the bottom pancake bun, followed by the sausage or bacon, egg (if using), and top with another pancake.
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Drizzle extra maple syrup inside or on top for the classic flavor.
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Notes
For a true McGriddle experience, pour a few maple syrup drops onto a hot skillet, let them crystallize slightly, then pour pancake batter over them to mimic syrup pockets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
