Copycat McDonald’s McGriddles

            Wouldn’t it be awesome to be able to have a McGriddle without leaving the house on a lazy Saturday morning? You can!

This recipe is going to show you not only how to make a copycat version, but also show you that it is cheaper to make them at home than it is to get dressed, start the car, drive however many miles to the nearest McDonalds and then drive back home.

            These griddlers are going to taste the same as McDonald’s makes, if not better. Your family will be amazed when they wake up to this special breakfast.

The sausage, egg, cheese, bacon and pancake flavors are all in here. Nothing like putting a smile on faces right away on the weekend.

Frequently Asked Questions:

            Do I have to use both sausage and bacon?

Of course not! If you prefer one over the other, that is more than okay. Have it your way!

            Can I spare the step of pouring the syrup on the tray?

Well, you could, however, this is part of what makes this a McGriddle.

            I am not sure I want cheese with a pancake.

You could leave the cheese off. There are many people who do not like the cheese added. I just made this a complete recipe. You can add or remove the items that you see fit.

What do you need to make Copycat McDonald’s McGriddles

            1 batch of pancake mix

            ½ cup maple syrup

            4 eggs

            4 strips of bacon, fried and cut in half OR 4 sausage patties

            4 slices American cheese

How to make Copycat McDonald’s McGriddles

FIRST STEP:

First you need to prepare the syrup.

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SECOND STEP:

Line a baking tray with parchment paper

Pour the syrup in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat. Bring to a boil stirring constantly so it does not stick to the pan

When the temperature reaches 230* on a thermometer, it will become less volcanic reactive and calm down. It will also become darker

In about 2 or 3 more minutes, you will reach 265* and smell a slight caramel smell

THIRD STEP:

Pour the syrup onto the prepared baking tray, Do NOT touch it. Place it in the refrigerator to cool. You can then break into pieces when it is time.

FOURTH STEP:

Now make 8 pancakes that are about 4” in diameter

Right after you put the batter down, place some of the crumbled  pieces of the syrup onto each pancake. Pushing them into the batter so they do not cause sticking when you flip the pancake

When bubbles appear, flip the pancakes

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FIFTH STEP:

Now top with a slice of cheese, scrambled or fried egg and sausage patty or bacon strips.

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b)

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Cover with another pancake and eat immediately.

Enjoy!

YUM!