Sausage Egg and Cheese McGriddle
Start your morning with the ultimate breakfast indulgence: the Sausage Egg and Cheese McGriddle! This homemade twist on the fast-food classic features fluffy, syrup-infused pancakes that sandwich savory layers of a juicy breakfast sausage patty, a perfectly cooked egg, and melty American cheese. The secret to its irresistible flavor? A touch of maple syrup added directly into the pancake batter and drizzled over the top, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory in every bite. Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this mouthwatering breakfast sandwich is perfect for weekend mornings or even as a grab-and-go option. Forget the drive-thru—savor the comfort and deliciousness of a freshly made McGriddle at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 0.75 cup water
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 8 ounces ground breakfast sausage
- 2 units large eggs
- 2 slices American cheese slices
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the pancake mix and water, stirring until smooth. Set the batter aside to rest for a few minutes.
Preheat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with a small portion of the butter.
Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to the pancake batter, stirring to combine.
Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the heated griddle, forming small pancakes. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown. You should end up with 4 pancakes. Set aside and keep warm.
Divide the ground breakfast sausage into two equal portions and shape them into patties the same size as your pancakes.
In a medium skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage patties and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until they are browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Wipe out the skillet, reduce the heat to medium, and add another pat of butter. Crack the eggs into the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook to your preference, sunny side up or over easy, about 2-3 minutes.
To assemble each McGriddle, place a slice of cheese on one of the pancakes, top with a sausage patty, one cooked egg, and finish with another pancake drizzled with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup.
Repeat the assembly for the second sandwich, then serve immediately while hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.5 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.9 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 651 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 5302 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.8 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.0 g | ||
| Protein | 59.9 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 768 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 890 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
