Description
Craving something sweet, savory, and deeply satisfying to jump-start your day? This homemade McGriddle checks every box. Picture golden, maple-infused pancake buns hugging gooey cheddar, crispy bacon, and a perfectly cooked egg—all layered into a hand-held breakfast masterpiece. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast ideas, easy recipes, or just a fun twist on your usual morning meal, this one’s a game-changer.
Perfect for busy mornings, meal preps, or a cozy weekend brunch, this McGriddle is packed with flavor and texture in every bite. It brings together the familiar comfort of pancakes with the rich depth of savory breakfast staples, all in one easy-to-make sandwich. If you’re into breakfast ideas, food ideas, or easy dinner-for-breakfast vibes, this recipe belongs in your rotation.
Ingredients
Pancake Buns:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 tbsp melted butter (plus more for greasing)
2 tbsp maple syrup (plus extra for drizzling)
Fillings:
4 slices of bacon or 2 sausage patties
2 large eggs
2 slices cheddar cheese
Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the pancake batter: In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup. Combine wet and dry ingredients; let rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Cook the pancake buns: Heat a greased non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into a round shape. Cook until bubbles form and edges set, then flip and cook until golden brown. Repeat to make 4 buns.
- Cook the bacon or sausage: In a separate skillet, cook bacon until crispy or sausage until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Fry the eggs: Cook eggs to your preference. For sandwich-friendly shape, use an egg ring or jar lid.
- Assemble the sandwich: On one pancake bun, add a slice of cheese, bacon or sausage, a fried egg, another slice of cheese, and finish with the second pancake. Optionally warm in a covered skillet to melt cheese fully.