Homemade Mcgriddle
The McGriddle has taken a special place in the hearts of breakfast lovers everywhere. With its unique blend of fluffy pancakes, savory sausage, creamy eggs, and melted cheese, it’s a delightful mix of sweet and savory. By making this dish at home, you not only bring that café experience to your
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- non-stick frying pan
- grill pan
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- Here's what you'll be needing:
Meat Patties:
- - 1 pound ground breakfast sausage or 4 pre-formed sausage patties
- - Freshly cracked salt and pepper to taste
Omelet:
- - 6 large eggs
- - 1 cup 200ml whole milk
- - 4 tablespoons softened butter
- - A pinch of sea salt and black pepper
Pancakes:
- - 1 ¼ cups 160g all-purpose flour
- - ⅔ cup 150ml whole milk
- - 2 ⅞ tablespoons 40g melted butter
- - 1 large egg
- - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- - ½ teaspoon salt
- - Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for added flavor
Finishing touches:
- - 6 slices of crispy bacon
- - 4 slices of American cheese
- You can optionally add some sliced jalapeños or fresh herbs like chives into the omelet for a zestier kick but they are not strictly necessary.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Meat Patties
- Start by taking the ground sausage and placing it into a mixing bowl. Gently work the sausage with your hands until it’s uniformly blended. Then, shape the mixture into four equal patties. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat up a grill pan on medium heat. Once hot, lay the sausage patties onto the pan. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. Set aside; your kitchen should smell heavenly!
Step 2: Whip Up the Omelets
- Next, let's move on to the omelet. Crack all 6 eggs into a medium mixing bowl, and whisk them until the yolks and whites are fully combined. Pour in the whole milk and continue whisking until smooth.
- In a large skillet, melt a tablespoon of butter over low heat. Pour in a quarter of the egg mixture, allowing it to spread evenly. Let it cook for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle a little sea salt on top, then carefully flip the omelet. Let it cook for an additional minute, then gently fold the omelet into thirds for a nice square shape. Repeat with the remaining egg mixture until you have four beautiful omelets ready to go.
Step 3: Make the Pancakes
- Now, let’s turn our attention to the pancakes. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until they are equally mixed. Make a well in the center and add in the milk, melted butter, maple syrup, and that optional vanilla extract if you're feeling adventurous. Whisk everything together until you form a smooth, thick batter.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a bit of butter. Pour about 2-3 tablespoons of your pancake batter into the pan for each pancake. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until bubbles start to form on top, then flip and cook for another minute. Repeat this process until you have around 8 fluffy pancakes ready.
Step 4: Cook the Bacon
- While the pancakes are sizzling away, it's time for the bacon! You can either fry your bacon in a skillet until crispy or use the microwave if you have precooked bacon. If you're using the microwave, just follow the package instructions. Either way, once cooked, set the crispy bacon aside.
Step 5: Assemble the McGriddles
- It’s assembly time! Start with one warm pancake laying flat on a plate. Place a slice of American cheese on it. Next up, add a sausage patty on top of the cheese, followed by a scrumptious omelet and a couple of slices of crispy bacon. Top it all off with another pancake to complete the sandwich.
- Repeat this layering process to create four delectable McGriddles. Serve these warm, and watch them disappear in no time!
Notes
- Keep Pancakes Warm: If you’re making a batch, keep them warm in the oven at low heat while you prepare the rest of the dish.
- Don't Overcook Eggs: Cook the omelets on low heat to avoid a rubbery texture.
- Use Quality Ingredients: When it comes to sausage and cheese, quality matters. Go for fresh, preferably organic options if they are available.
- Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to add herbs or spices to the omelet for more zest.
- Fry Bacon to Preference: Crispy bacon adds a wonderful texture. Adjust the cooking time according to your preference!
Nutrition
Fat: 56g
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