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Crispy Savory McGriddle Muffins

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A quick and easy breakfast muffin recipe that combines a soft, sweet maple-flavored muffin with a savory filling of sausage and cheddar cheese, finished with a crispy pan-fried crust.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon (14g) baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) pure maple syrup
  • 4 breakfast sausage patties (about 6 ounces / 170g), cooked and sliced
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces / 115g)
  • Optional: 4 crispy bacon strips, cooked and drained
  • Butter or oil for pan-frying

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and maple syrup until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula just until combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide half the batter evenly among 12 muffin cups (about 2 tablespoons each) and spread gently to cover bottoms.
  6. Place 1 cooked sausage patty and 1 slice of cheddar cheese on top of each muffin base. Add a bacon strip if using.
  7. Spoon the remaining batter over the filling, covering it completely but not overflowing.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted near edges comes out clean.
  9. Let muffins rest in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack for another 5 minutes.
  10. Heat 1 tablespoon butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place muffins cut side down and cook 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip to warm the tops for 30 seconds if desired.
  11. Serve warm immediately or wrap for a grab-and-go breakfast.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best rise. Let muffins rest after baking before pan-frying to maintain structure and crispiness. Adjust heat to avoid burning when crisping in skillet. Variations include vegetarian options, spicy additions, and gluten-free or dairy-free substitutions.

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Keywords: McGriddle, breakfast muffins, savory muffins, maple syrup, sausage muffins, cheddar cheese, crispy muffins, easy breakfast

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