Mini Sausage McGriddles are a homemade take on the beloved McDonald’s breakfast sandwich. These bite-sized breakfast treats combine fluffy maple pancake buns, juicy sausage patties, and a hint of sweet and savory goodness in every bite.
Perfect for meal prep, brunch, or a quick grab-and-go breakfast, these mini McGriddles are sure to satisfy your cravings!
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Griddle or non-stick skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Muffin tin or ring molds (optional, for shaping pancakes)
Ingredients Overview
- Pancake batter: A simple homemade batter infused with maple syrup for that signature McGriddle flavor.
- Sausage patties: Mini-sized breakfast sausages to fit perfectly between the pancakes.
- Maple syrup: Adds sweetness to mimic the maple-infused flavor of McDonald’s McGriddles.
Ingredients
For the Pancake Buns
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup maple syrup pearls (or frozen maple syrup droplets, optional)
For the Sausage Patties
- 6 breakfast sausage links or patties
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Optional Add-Ons
- 2 slices American cheese (cut into quarters)
- Additional maple syrup for drizzling
Directions
- Prepare the Sausage Patties
- If using sausage links, remove the casing and flatten into mini patties.
- Season with black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook sausage patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Make the Pancake Batter
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
- Cook the Mini Pancakes
- Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour small dollops of pancake batter (about 1 tablespoon each) onto the griddle. If using maple syrup pearls or frozen droplets, sprinkle them onto each pancake.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip and cook for another minute until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
- Assemble the Mini McGriddles
- Place a sausage patty between two mini pancakes.
- If adding cheese, place a small piece of American cheese on the sausage patty before assembling.
- Drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired.
- Serve & Enjoy
- Serve warm as is or wrap in foil for a quick grab-and-go breakfast!
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Nutrition (per mini McGriddle, ~6 servings)
- Calories: ~250
- Fat: ~15g
- Carbohydrates: ~20g
- Protein: ~10g
Expert Tips
- Maple Syrup Pearls Hack: Freeze small drops of maple syrup on parchment paper for 1 hour, then add them to the pancake batter to replicate McGriddle’s signature flavor.
- Crispier Sausage: Cook sausage on medium-high heat for an extra minute to develop a crispy exterior.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Make a large batch and freeze them for easy reheating.
FAQs
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
How do I reheat them?
Reheat in a microwave for 30 seconds or in an air fryer at 350°F for 3 minutes for a crispy finish.
Can I use pre-made pancake mix?
Absolutely! Just add a little maple syrup to the batter to match the McGriddle flavor.
Storing & Freezing
- Storing: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Wrap assembled McGriddles individually in foil or plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
Substitutions & Variations
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free pancake mix.
- Turkey or Plant-Based Sausage: Swap out the pork sausage for turkey sausage or a plant-based alternative.
- Egg Addition: Add a small scrambled or fried egg to make it a full breakfast sandwich.
Mini Sausage McGriddles
Mini Sausage McGriddles are a homemade take on the beloved McDonald’s breakfast sandwich. These bite-sized breakfast treats combine fluffy maple pancake buns, juicy sausage patties, and a hint of sweet and savory goodness in every bite.
Equipment
- - Griddle or non-stick skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Spatula
- - Muffin tin or ring molds (optional, for shaping pancakes)
Ingredients
- #### For the Pancake Buns
- - 1 cup all-purpose flour
- - 1 teaspoon baking powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- - 1 tablespoon sugar
- - 3/4 cup buttermilk or regular milk
- - 1 large egg
- - 1 tablespoon melted butter
- - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- - 1/4 cup maple syrup pearls or frozen maple syrup droplets, optional
- #### For the Sausage Patties
- - 6 breakfast sausage links or patties
- - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- #### Optional Add-Ons
- - 2 slices American cheese cut into quarters
- - Additional maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- **Prepare the Sausage Patties**
- - If using sausage links, remove the casing and flatten into mini patties.
- - Season with black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook sausage patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
- **Make the Pancake Batter**
- - In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- - In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup.
- - Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
- **Cook the Mini Pancakes**
- - Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with butter.
- - Pour small dollops of pancake batter (about 1 tablespoon each) onto the griddle. If using maple syrup pearls or frozen droplets, sprinkle them onto each pancake.
- - Cook for 1-2 minutes, then flip and cook for another minute until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
- **Assemble the Mini McGriddles**
- - Place a sausage patty between two mini pancakes.
- - If adding cheese, place a small piece of American cheese on the sausage patty before assembling.
- - Drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired.
- **Serve & Enjoy**
- - Serve warm as is or wrap in foil for a quick grab-and-go breakfast!
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