Why I Love This Recipe

These are one of my favorite breakfasts to have ready for busy mornings. They have everything I love about a McGriddle, but in an easy muffin that’s perfect for meal prep. The combination of savory sausage, melty cheddar, and a little maple syrup hits that sweet-and-salty balance every time, and they’re just as good reheated as they are fresh out of the oven.

Enjoying The Leftovers

These muffins are made for meal prep. Keep a batch in the fridge for the week or freeze them so you always have a quick breakfast ready to go.

Storing

Store the muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to 3 months. If freezing, wrap them individually for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.

Reheating

Microwave refrigerated muffins for 20 to 30 seconds, or warm frozen muffins for about 1 minute, adding more time if needed. For the best texture, you can also warm them in the air fryer or toaster oven for a few minutes before serving.

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Sausage Cheddar McGriddle Muffins

These Sausage Cheddar McGriddle Muffins are an easy, high-protein breakfast made with breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, Kodiak Cakes mix, and a touch of maple syrup. They're freezer-friendly, perfect for meal prep, and a simple grab-and-go breakfast for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
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Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 cup Kodiak Cakes pancake mix
  • 1 cup Fairlife milk or milk of your choice
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese +extra for topping
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  • Preheat a pan to medium-high heat. Add the breakfast sausage and cook for 7-10 minutes until fully cooked and it has a nice browned color.
  • To a large bowl, add the pancake mix, milk, eggs, melted butter, cooked sausage, and cheddar cheese. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Add a scoop of the mix to a greased muffin tin, filling each one 3/4 full.
  • Top with a little sprinkle of cheese and a light drizzle of maple syrup on each one.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked. If you stick a toothpick in the middle, it should come out clean.
  • Serve as is or with a little drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!

Equipment

muffin pan
mixing bowls
saute pan

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 1g