Type C Mom Hacks

All the sweet-and-savory McGriddle goodness, minus the drive-thru line and the mystery of where everyone’s shoes went.

These little breakfast cups have all the flavors of an Egg McGriddle—sweet pancake, fluffy eggs, melty cheese, and savory sausage—but baked in a muffin tin for an easy grab-and-go breakfast. They freeze beautifully and are perfect for busy mornings when everyone is hungry right now.

Why This Works

• Everything bakes in one pan—no standing over the stove flipping pancakes and eggs.
• Makes multiple servings at once for meal prep.
• Kids get the sweet-and-savory McGriddle flavor without the drive-thru run.
• Easy to customize based on what you already have in the fridge.

Egg McGriddle Cups

If your kids would happily eat breakfast sandwiches every morning but your schedule says otherwise, these Egg McGriddle Cups are about to become a favorite. They pack all the sweet, savory, cheesy goodness of the fast-food classic into an easy muffin-tin breakfast that can be made ahead, frozen, and reheated in minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 22 minutes mins

Servings: 12

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup Kodiak Cakes Power Cakes pancake mix
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 egg
• 6 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 6 breakfast sausage patties cooked and chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup plus extra for serving

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well.
2. In a bowl, mix the Kodiak pancake mix, milk, and egg until just combined.
3. Add about 1 tablespoon of pancake batter to the bottom of each muffin cup.
4. Bake for 5 minutes to lightly set the pancake layer.
5. While the pancake layer bakes, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and maple syrup.
6. Remove the muffin tin from the oven. Sprinkle sausage and cheese evenly among the cups.
7. Pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling about ¾ full.
8. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set.
9. Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the muffin tin.
10. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.

Need variation?

• Bacon McGriddle Cups: Swap the sausage for cooked crumbled bacon.
• Turkey Sausage Version: Use turkey sausage for a lighter option.
• Hidden Veggie Style: Add ¼ cup finely shredded zucchini or carrots to the egg mixture.
• Mini McGriddle Cups: Use a mini muffin tin and reduce baking time to 10–12 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this?
Yes! Freeze cooled cups in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 30–60 seconds.

Can I substitute ingredients?
Absolutely. Any breakfast meat, shredded cheese, or milk you have on hand will work well in this recipe.

How long do leftovers last?
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat as needed.

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