Homemade McGriddle Muffins (Sweet + Savory Breakfast)
These Homemade McGriddle Muffins are a fun, homemade version of the famous fast-food McGriddle—fluffy pancake-style muffins baked around a warm sausage patty, egg, and melty cheese. They’re sweet, savory, filling, and perfect for meal prep because you can make a batch and reheat them all week.
Ingredients
Pancake Muffin Batter
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup milk
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1 egg
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
Filling
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6 sausage patties, cooked and flattened
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6 eggs, scrambled or fried
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6 slices American cheese
Optional Add-Ins
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Sharp cheddar cheese (extra flavor)
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Turkey sausage (lighter option)
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Drizzle of hot honey (sweet-spicy twist)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a muffin tin very well (important to prevent sticking). -
Make the batter:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add milk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup. Stir until just combined (do not overmix). -
Cook the filling:
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Cook sausage patties until browned. Drain grease and flatten slightly.
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Scramble or fry eggs (cook until just set).
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Assemble the muffins:
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Spoon a layer of batter into each muffin cup.
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Add 1 sausage patty, a portion of egg, and ½ slice American cheese.
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Cover with more batter until cups are just filled.
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Bake:
Bake for 18–20 minutes until muffins are puffed and golden. -
Cool & serve:
Let cool 5 minutes, then remove from the tin and enjoy warm.
Notes
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Grease the muffin tin well (pancake batter sticks easily).
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Don’t overmix batter—this keeps muffins light and fluffy.
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For perfectly shaped muffins, cook eggs in a thin layer then cut circles, or use an egg ring.
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Want extra “McGriddle flavor”? Add a tiny pinch of cinnamon to the batter.