Introduction

These Homemade McGriddle Muffins bring the beloved breakfast sandwich right to your kitchen. Soft, maple-flavored muffins cradle savory sausage, eggs, and melted cheese for a hearty start to your day. They’re perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or a cozy weekend treat.

A stack of three thick patties with a crispy golden-brown outside sits centered on a white plate with a light brown rim. Each patty shows a slightly uneven seared texture, and the top one is covered with melted yellow cheese that drips slowly down the sides, mixing with a shiny syrup pooling at the base of the stack. The background shows a blurred cup with a similar yellow liquid, all set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 egg
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp maple syrup
6 sausage patties, cooked and flattened
6 eggs, scrambled or fried
6 slices American cheese
Optional add-ins: sharp cheddar cheese for stronger flavor, turkey sausage for a lighter option, drizzle of hot honey for a sweet-spicy twist

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3: Add the milk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
Step 4: Cook the sausage patties in a skillet until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and gently flatten each patty slightly.
Step 5: Prepare the eggs by scrambling or frying them according to your preference.
Step 6: Spoon a layer of the batter into each muffin cup, filling about halfway.
Step 7: Add one sausage patty, a portion of cooked eggs, and half a slice of cheese on top of the batter layer in each cup.
Step 8: Cover the fillings with more batter until each muffin cup is just filled.
Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until muffins are golden brown and puffed up.
Step 10: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the tin and serving warm.

Tips & Variations

For a stronger cheese flavor, substitute American cheese with sharp cheddar cheese.
Use turkey sausage for a leaner, lighter breakfast sandwich option.
Add a drizzle of hot honey after baking for a delicious sweet-spicy twist.
Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins fluffy and tender.
If you prefer, cook eggs as fried rather than scrambled for texture variation.

Storage

Store leftover muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a toaster oven until heated through. For longer storage, freeze the muffins individually wrapped for up to 1 month and reheat directly from frozen.

How to Serve

Three thick, round, golden brown patties stacked on top of each other on a white plate, each with a slightly crispy and textured surface showing bits of dark specks inside. The top patty has creamy bright yellow melted cheese oozing down the sides, pooling on the plate below. The patties look soft and moist with a rough, rustic texture and a warm color palette of browns and yellows. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these muffins ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the muffins a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving to enjoy them warm and melty.

Can I substitute the sausage with a vegetarian option?

Absolutely! You can use plant-based sausage patties or omit the sausage entirely and add extra cheese or vegetables for a delicious meat-free version.