McGriddle Bites Recipe
McGriddle Bites are a delicious and convenient breakfast treat that combine savory turkey sausage, cheesy batter, and a hint of maple sweetness all baked into bite-sized muffins. Perfect for a quick morning bite or on-the-go snack, these muffins capture the classic McGriddle flavors with a wholesome twist using Kodiak buttermilk pancake mix.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 18 regular sized muffins or 48 smaller bite-sized muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Sausage Mixture
- 1 Pound Cooked Turkey Sausage, seasoned with salt and pepper, to taste
Batter
- 1.5 Cups Milk of Choice (low-fat cow’s milk recommended)
- 1/4 Cup Maple Syrup (plus more for topping)
- 2 Cups Kodiak Buttermilk Pancake Mix
- 1 Cup Mild Cheddar Cheese (low-fat optional)
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and set your rack to the middle position to ensure even baking throughout the muffins.
- Cook sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the turkey sausage for about 7-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a meat masher as it cooks. Make sure the sausage is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the cooked turkey sausage, milk, maple syrup, Kodiak buttermilk pancake mix, and cheddar cheese. Whisk or fold with a rubber spatula until fully combined and no dry pockets of pancake mix remain.
- Portion batter: Using a medium or small cookie scoop, portion the batter into a greased muffin tin. This recipe yields about 18 regular-sized muffins or 48 bite-sized muffins depending on the scoop size you use.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 19-23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the muffins are lightly golden on top.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and enjoy the McGriddle Bites warm with an optional drizzle of maple syrup on top for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute the turkey sausage with pork sausage or a vegetarian sausage for different flavor profiles.
- Using low-fat cheese and milk options keeps this recipe lighter without sacrificing taste.
- If you prefer spicier bites, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the batter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven for a quick breakfast on busy mornings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 regular sized muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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