Description
These Homemade McGriddle Muffins are an easy and delicious breakfast option. Soft, sweet muffins sandwich savory sausage, eggs, and melty cheese for a perfect combination of flavors. Customize with turkey sausage, sharp cheddar, or a drizzle of hot honey for a twist.
Ingredients
- For the Muffins:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 egg
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp maple syrup - For the Filling:
6 sausage patties, cooked and flattened
6 eggs, scrambled or fried
6 slices American cheese - Optional Add-ins:
Sharp cheddar cheese for stronger flavor
Turkey sausage for a lighter option
Drizzle of hot honey for a sweet-spicy twist
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Prepare the muffin batter by mixing flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Pour small rounds of batter onto the heated skillet to form muffins and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Cook sausage patties according to package instructions or until fully cooked. Flatten if necessary.
- Scramble or fry the eggs and prepare cheese slices.
- Assemble McGriddle muffins: place sausage, egg, and cheese between two muffins.
- Serve warm and enjoy. Optional: drizzle with hot honey or swap American cheese with sharp cheddar.
Notes
- Make the muffins ahead of time and store in an airtight container for a quick breakfast.
- Frozen muffins can be reheated in a toaster or microwave.
- Customize with your favorite breakfast sausage or cheese for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying / Assembling
- Cuisine: American