Description
Delight your mornings with these Savory Breakfast McGriddle Bites, a perfect blend of fluffy buttermilk batter, savory sausage, sharp cheddar, and fresh chives. Baked to golden perfection and served with optional maple syrup, these bite-sized muffins bring the classic McGriddle experience into a convenient, home-baked treat ideal for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Fillings and Toppings
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
- Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the muffins.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined and aerated for a tender crumb.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add the buttermilk and melted butter, whisking until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Fold in Fillings: Carefully fold the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and finely chopped chives into the batter, distributing evenly without deflating the mixture.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the McGriddle bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which prevents sogginess.
- Serve: Serve the bites warm, optionally accompanied by maple syrup for dipping, to enjoy a sweet and savory flavor combination.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender texture.
- Feel free to substitute breakfast sausage with bacon or ham for variation.
- These bites freeze well; reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick breakfast.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry ingredients.
- Use mini muffin tins to achieve the perfect bite-sized portions.
