Description
McGriddle Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat combining the sweet, maple-infused flavor with savory bacon or sausage and optional melted cheese. These easy-to-make muffins offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them an ideal grab-and-go morning meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (for the maple flavor)
Additional Ingredients
- 6 slices of cooked bacon or sausage patties, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or American, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, ensuring everything is evenly distributed for a uniform rise.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly, then whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, and maple syrup until well combined to create the flavorful base.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Add the Bacon or Sausage and Cheese: Gently fold in the chopped, cooked bacon or sausage patties along with the shredded cheese if using, to evenly distribute these savory additions.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the muffins turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Serve: Let the muffins cool slightly before serving. For enhanced maple flavor, drizzle additional syrup over the top before enjoying.
Notes
- You can replace buttermilk with regular milk, but for best results, use buttermilk to maintain the desired tang and texture.
- Feel free to substitute bacon with cooked sausage patties or omit meat for a vegetarian version.
- Adding shredded cheese is optional but adds a nice savory contrast to the sweet maple syrup flavor.
- To store, keep muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Reheat muffins briefly in the microwave or oven before serving for a fresh-baked taste.
