Description
These Savory Breakfast McGriddle Bites combine fluffy buttermilk muffin batter with savory breakfast sausage, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh chives. Baked in a mini muffin tin, they are the perfect handheld breakfast treat that pairs wonderfully with maple syrup for a sweet and savory twist.
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
Additional Ingredients
- 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 pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin to ensure the bites don’t stick during baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure even rising.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then whisk in the buttermilk and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Add savory ingredients: Gently fold in the cooked and crumbled sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped chives evenly into the batter.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess.
- Serve: Enjoy these savory bites warm, optionally dipping them into maple syrup for a delightful sweet and savory breakfast experience.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- You can substitute breakfast sausage with cooked bacon or omit for a vegetarian option.
- Chopped green onions or herbs like parsley can be used instead of chives for a different flavor.
- Leftover bites can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the batter.
