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Easy 5-Minute McGriddle Recipe for Meal Prep Mornings Recipe

Easy 5-Minute McGriddle Recipe for Meal Prep Mornings Recipe
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This Easy 5-Minute McGriddle recipe is perfect for meal prep mornings, combining fluffy maple-infused pancakes with savory eggs, cheese, and your choice of bacon or sausage for a delicious homemade breakfast sandwich. Quick to make and ideal for warming up on busy days, it captures the classic McGriddle flavor without the fast-food price or additives.

Ingredients

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Batter

  • 1 cup pancake mix (like Bisquick)
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup, plus extra for serving
  • 2 tablespoons maple sugar or brown sugar (optional, for extra maple flavor)

Eggs and Seasoning

  • 4 large eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Meat and Cheese

  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 8 strips bacon, cooked until crispy OR 4 breakfast sausage patties

For Cooking

  • Butter or cooking spray for greasing

Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the pancake mix, milk, 1 egg, and vegetable oil until just combined. Small lumps are okay. Gently fold in 3 tablespoons of maple syrup and the maple sugar or brown sugar if using. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to slightly thicken.
  2. Cook the pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray. For uniform pancakes, place a 3.5-inch round cookie cutter or mason jar ring on the surface. Pour about 3 tablespoons of batter into each ring. Cook pancakes for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Remove the ring carefully, flip, and cook 1-2 more minutes until golden. Repeat to make 8 pancakes total, keeping them warm under a towel.
  3. Cook the eggs: In the same skillet over medium heat, use the ring molds if desired. Crack eggs into rings, break yolks, and season with salt and pepper. Add a few drops of water to the pan, cover, and cook 1-2 minutes for set whites or 3-4 minutes for fully cooked yolks according to preference.
  4. Prepare the meat: Cook bacon until crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side, or heat breakfast sausage patties according to package instructions until browned and cooked through.
  5. Assemble the McGriddles: Place one pancake on a plate, top with a slice of American cheese, then the cooked egg, followed by two strips of bacon or one sausage patty. Top with a second pancake and press gently to form a sandwich.
  6. Add final maple touch and serve: For extra authenticity, lightly brush the tops of the sandwiches with warm maple syrup before serving. Serve immediately while warm or keep assembled sandwiches warm in a 200°F oven until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Using a ring mold helps create uniform pancake and egg shapes for perfect sandwiches.
  • Maple sugar is optional but adds a nice depth of maple flavor to the batter.
  • Adjust egg yolk cooking time depending on whether you prefer runny or fully cooked yolks.
  • Can be assembled ahead and reheated in a low oven for meal prep convenience.
  • Substitute bacon with turkey bacon or sausage for different flavors.
  • Store leftover sandwiches tightly wrapped in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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