Description
These High Protein McGriddle Bites are a savory twist on the classic sweet breakfast favorite. Packed with eggs, sausage, bacon, and cheese, these mini muffin-sized bites are perfect for meal prep or a protein-packed breakfast on the go.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Filling:
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Pancake Batter:
- 1/2 cup pancake mix (preferably high-protein)
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup
- Additional: cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in the crumbled sausage, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, pancake mix, and maple syrup. Mix until just combined.
- Fill the muffin cups: Scoop the mixture evenly into the mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the bites are golden and set in the center.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before removing from the tin. Serve warm with extra maple syrup for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- Use a high-protein pancake mix like Kodiak Cakes for extra nutritional value.
- These bites can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for meal prep. Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
