Description
Enjoy a homemade version of the iconic McDonald’s McGriddles breakfast sandwich featuring sweet maple syrup-infused pancakes as buns, fluffy folded eggs, savory sausage patties, and melty American cheese. This easy, budget-friendly recipe delivers all the classic flavors at home for a satisfying breakfast anytime.
Ingredients
Pancake Batter
- Enough pancake mix to make 8 pancakes
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Fillings
- 8 large eggs
- 4 cooked sausage patties
- 4 slices American cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Pancake Batter: Prepare the pancake mix according to the package instructions, ensuring you make enough batter for 8 pancakes. This forms the base for your McGriddles buns.
- Add Maple Syrup: Whisk 1/4 cup of maple syrup into the prepared pancake batter to infuse the pancakes with that signature sweet flavor.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat a skillet and cook 8 pancakes according to the package directions, aiming for golden-brown, fluffy results that will hold together as sandwich buns.
- Whisk Eggs: For each sandwich, whisk 2 large eggs thoroughly in a bowl to prepare for cooking.
- Cook Folded Eggs: Grease a medium non-stick skillet with cooking spray, oil, or butter. Pour in the beaten eggs, allowing them to spread evenly at the pan’s bottom. When eggs are nearly cooked, loosen the edges with a spatula and carefully fold the eggs in thirds—fold each side into the center, then fold the short ends toward the middle, creating a compact folded egg.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place one maple pancake on a plate, add a slice of American cheese, then the folded egg, followed by one cooked sausage patty. Top with another pancake to complete the sandwich.
- Serve Hot: Repeat the egg cooking and assembly process for the remaining sandwiches. Serve immediately while warm to enjoy the melty cheese and savory-sweet balance.
Notes
- You can cook sausage patties from scratch or use pre-cooked ones for convenience.
- Use a non-stick skillet to ensure easy flipping and folding of eggs and pancakes.
- Adjust maple syrup quantity in the batter for desired sweetness.
- For a healthier twist, substitute sausage with turkey sausage or vegetarian patties.
- Store leftover sandwiches wrapped in foil and reheat in a microwave or skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
