Description
Savory Breakfast McGriddle Bites combine fluffy mini pancakes with flavorful breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, and chives for a delightful handheld morning treat. Baked until golden, these bites are perfect served warm with a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet and savory start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Fillings
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
For Serving
- Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg then whisk in the buttermilk and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined; avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and fluffy.
- Add Fillings: Gently fold in the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and finely chopped chives to evenly distribute.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the tops turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and let the bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Serve the breakfast bites warm with maple syrup for dipping, if desired, to add a touch of sweetness to the savory flavors.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the texture light and fluffy.
- Use cooked breakfast sausage that is crumbled finely for even distribution in bites.
- These bites can be made ahead and reheated gently in an oven or microwave.
- Maple syrup adds a nice contrast but is optional depending on your taste preference.
- Mini muffin pans work best to create the perfect bite-sized portions.
