Description
High Protein McGriddle Bites are a delicious and convenient breakfast option that packs a protein punch. Combining savory cooked breakfast sausage, protein-rich pancake mix, sharp cheddar cheese, and sugar-free maple syrup, these bites mimic the beloved McGriddle flavor in a healthier, high-protein form. Perfect for meal prep or a grab-and-go morning meal.
Ingredients
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Protein Pancake Batter
- 2 cups protein pancake mix (such as Kodiak Cakes)
- 1.5 cups water
Sausage Mixture
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (cooked and cooled)
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar preferred)
- 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to ensure the McGriddle bites don’t stick during baking.
- Prepare Pancake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the protein pancake mix with water according to the package instructions (for Kodiak Cakes, combine 2 cups mix with 1.5 cups water) and mix until smooth.
- Add Sausage: Fold the cooked and completely cooled breakfast sausage into the pancake batter. Cooling the sausage prevents the batter from becoming too warm and affecting texture.
- Incorporate Cheese and Syrup: Gently fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and sugar-free maple syrup until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough bites.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into each muffin cup, filling about 3/4 full to allow space for rising without overflowing.
- Bake: Bake the bites for 18-23 minutes until golden brown. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool: Let the bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing them carefully to prevent crumbling or falling apart.
Notes
- Ensure the cooked breakfast sausage is fully cooled before mixing to maintain proper batter consistency.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a richer flavor that complements the sausage well.
- Sugar-free maple syrup helps keep the bites lower in sugar while providing classic McGriddle sweetness.
- These bites can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving for a warm, satisfying breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 McGriddle Bite
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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