Homemade McGriddle Recipe for a Sweet and Savory Breakfast

Name: Homemade Mcgriddle Recipe (30 Minute Breakfast!)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground breakfast sausage; Salt and pepper; 6 Eggs; 1 cup Whole milk; 4 tablespoons Softened butter; Salt and pepper; 1¼ cups Flour; ⅔ cup Milk; 2⅞ tablespoons Melted butter, melted; 1 Egg; 1½ teaspoons Baking powder; 2 tablespoons Maple syrup; ½ teaspoon Salt; 6 slices Crispy bacon; 4 slices American cheese

By:

Ruby Bennett

Published:

September 28, 2026

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Homemade Mcgriddle Recipe

Try out these homemade Mcgriddle sandwiches for a breakfast that comes together in just 30 minutes and tastes way better than the fast food version you grab on the road.

Each one stacks a seasoned sausage patty, a fluffy folded omelet, crispy bacon, and a slice of creamy American cheese between two soft pancakes sweetened with maple syrup. Sweet and savory in every single bite.

The recipe makes 4 filling sandwiches. Prep takes about 10 minutes, cooking takes about 20 minutes, and the whole batch is ready in about 30 minutes. It is quick, it is easy, and it is a smart one to make when you are meal prepping for the week ahead.

Thirty minutes, one skillet, and a hot griddle are all that stand between you and a breakfast that beats the drive through line.

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Why this recipe works

If you are a fan of the McDonald’s Mcgriddle, this homemade version is for you. You get the same sweet and savory idea, made right in your own kitchen with ingredients you can see and taste.

The reason it works so well is contrast. The saltiness from the sausage, bacon, and eggs plays against pancakes sweetened with maple syrup, and the creamy American cheese softens the whole bite. Sweet, salty, soft, and crisp all show up in one sandwich.

It is also built for real mornings. There is nothing fussy here, and the steps move quickly. On a morning when time is short, you can still pull this off. When you want a big batch for the week ahead, just double the recipe and freeze the extras.

A little story from my own kitchen. The first time I made these, I planned to save two sandwiches for Monday. My family had other plans.

By Sunday evening the plate was empty, and I was back at the store buying sausage for round two. Now I make a double batch, and I still catch someone sneaking one straight from the fridge.

If you like building a breakfast rotation, this sandwich sits nicely beside a breakfast casserole, sausage egg muffin cups, or a blueberry strata. Different mornings, different cravings, same easy approach.

Key Ingredients

Here is everything you need for 4 sandwiches. The groups stay separate so shopping and prepping stay simple.

Component	What you need
Meat patties	1 pound ground breakfast sausage, plus salt and pepper
Omelet	6 eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 4 tablespoons softened butter, plus salt and pepper
Pancakes	1¼ cups flour, ⅔ cup milk, 2⅞ tablespoons melted butter, 1 egg, 1½ teaspoons baking powder, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, ½ teaspoon salt
Finishing touches	6 slices crispy bacon, 4 slices American cheese

The sausage gives the sandwich its savory backbone. The omelet mixture is 6 eggs with 1 cup whole milk and 4 tablespoons softened butter, plus salt and pepper, which keeps the eggs tender and fluffy.

Homemade Mcgriddle Recipe, Key Ingredients

The pancakes are the sweet layer: 1¼ cups flour, ⅔ cup milk, 2⅞ tablespoons melted butter, 1 egg, 1½ teaspoons baking powder, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon salt.

Crispy bacon adds a crunchy, salty texture, and 4 slices of American cheese melt perfectly with a creamy flavor.

Substitutions

A few swaps work well here.

Store bought pancake mix can stand in for the pancake ingredients. Check the package for the amount of liquid it needs.
Chicken or turkey sausage works in place of the pork sausage for a lighter patty.
Cheddar, Gouda, or Monterrey Jack can replace the American cheese.

How to make Mcgriddle at home

A homemade Mcgriddle sandwich is an easy, delicious breakfast you can make in the morning, and the step by step instructions below walk you through every part. You will cook the sausage, the omelet, the pancakes, and the bacon, then stack everything while it is still hot so the cheese melts into the layers.

Cooking instructions

Make the sausage patties.

Mix the sausage meat in a bowl, form it into 4 patties, and season with salt and pepper.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and cook each patty for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned.
Transfer the patties to a plate while you make the other ingredients.

Make the omelet.

Place the eggs in a bowl and whisk to combine, then add the milk and whisk again.
Heat a large pan over low heat with a spoonful of butter and add ¼ of the egg mixture.
Cook for a few minutes, add sea salt, then flip the eggs and cook for another minute.
Gently fold the omelet into thirds, then fold it into a square toward the top.
Transfer the folded egg to a plate and repeat to make the other 3 omelets.

Make the pancakes.

Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl, then add the milk, egg, butter, and maple syrup and mix to combine.
Once the batter is fully incorporated and thick, heat a nonstick pan over medium heat with a bit of unsalted butter.
Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons of batter into the hot pan and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then flip and cook for another minute.
Transfer the pancake to a plate and keep going until you have 8 pancakes.
While the remaining pancakes cook, cook 6 slices of bacon in a hot frying pan until crispy.

The batter is thick, and that is exactly what you want. Thick batter gives you soft, sturdy pancakes that hold up under the sausage, egg, and bacon without falling apart in your hand.

Assemble the sandwiches.

Once everything is cooked, place one hot pancake on a plate.
Layer on a slice of cheese, a sausage patty, an omelet, and a slice of crispy bacon.
Top with another pancake and repeat for the remaining three sandwiches.

Cooking tips

Two small habits make these sandwiches look and taste better.

Keep the cooked ingredients warm. Place them on a lined baking sheet and hold them in a warm oven at 120 degrees Fahrenheit while you finish the rest. Warm filling means the cheese starts melting the moment you stack.
Use a mason jar lid to shape the meat mixture into perfectly round patties before grilling. They fit the pancakes better and cook evenly.

I also like to line up the cheese slices and the bacon before the pancakes come off the pan. That way the first sandwich is still hot when it hits the plate, and nobody has to wait while the rest of the stack is built.

Mcgriddle Recipe Variations

This recipe is a delicious McDonald’s Mcgriddle copycat, and it has become a favorite among many Americans. If you want to mix things up, here are three easy ways to change the flavor without changing the method.

Mcgriddle with BBQ sauce

For a sweet and smoky twist, spread homemade BBQ sauce on both the bottom and the top pancake layers before you stack the sandwich. The sauce plays up the maple flavor and adds a little tang against the salty sausage.

Spicy mcgriddle

To bring the heat, add 1 or 2 chopped jalapeño peppers or 1 tablespoon of hot sauce to the omelet mixture. The eggs carry the spice into every bite, and the maple pancakes balance it nicely.

Homemade mcgriddle with caramelized onions

For extra sweetness, cook 2 sliced onions in a pan for about 10 minutes until caramelized.

Spoon them on top of the sausage patty, then finish the stack as usual. The onions turn soft and jammy, and they pair beautifully with the cheese.

What to serve with

The Mcgriddle works as a complete meal all on its own, especially with a hot cup of coffee. If you want something alongside it, ketchup, lemon dill sauce, or BBQ sauce are all good for dipping. For a bigger table, these easy sides fit right in.

Sweet potato cubes

Sweet potatoes make a savory side that feels like a treat. Cut them into small cubes and season with olive oil, salt, and pepper. An air fryer gets them quicker and crunchier in only 10 to 12 minutes, which makes this a fast side dish to pair with the sandwich.

Cream cheese pinwheels

Cream cheese pinwheels are classic finger food for any occasion, and they are easy to make. Crispy bacon bits, olives, and ranch seasoned cream cheese get wrapped in slices of ham, then sliced into rounds for serving.

Ricotta and spinach roll ups

Ricotta and spinach roll ups suit anyone who loves that combination. A cheesy filling meets cooked spinach, gets rolled up, and bakes inside deli ham slices. They feel a little fancy and take almost no effort.

Tomato soup

This easy tomato soup is a good match for the Mcgriddle. Fresh tomatoes, fresh basil, cream, garlic, and onion come together, and it can be on the table in just 30 minutes. On a cold day it is pure comfort food next to a warm sandwich.

Serving size

This recipe yields 4 filling homemade McGriddle sandwiches, and you can scale the batch up when you want breakfasts lined up for the week ahead. The sandwiches store easily and reheat well, which makes them handy on busy mornings, at work, or on the go.

Wrapped well, they keep for up to 4 days in the fridge or up to 2 months in the freezer. Reheat one in the microwave for about 1 minute, or warm it in a 350 degrees Fahrenheit oven for about 10 minutes so the pancake softens and the cheese melts again.

If you are building a big batch, work like an assembly line. Set out the pancakes, cheese, patties, omelets, and bacon in rows, then build every sandwich in one pass. Cool them slightly before wrapping so they do not steam inside the wrapper.

Nutrition information below comes from the source recipe card and is listed per serving.

Nutrient	Per serving
Calories	937 kcal
Carbohydrates	43 g
Protein	38 g
Fat	67 g
Saturated fat	30 g

FAQs

How do you make a homemade McGriddle?

To make a homemade McGriddle, cook a seasoned ground breakfast sausage patty in a skillet for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned. Make a fluffy omelet with eggs, milk, and butter, then cook thick pancakes using a batter of flour, milk, butter, baking powder, egg, and maple syrup. Assemble the sandwich by layering a pancake, a slice of American cheese, the sausage patty, the omelet, a slice of crispy bacon, and another pancake.

Can you freeze homemade McGriddles for meal prep?

Yes, homemade McGriddles freeze very well for meal prep. Let the assembled sandwiches cool completely, then wrap each one tightly in parchment paper and a layer of plastic wrap or place them in a freezer bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. To reheat, microwave a frozen sandwich for about 1 minute or warm it in a 350°F oven for around 10 minutes.

What kind of cheese is on a McGriddle?

The classic McGriddle uses American cheese, which melts smoothly and provides a creamy texture that complements the other ingredients. A slice of American cheese is placed on the bottom pancake before adding the sausage and egg. For a variation, you can substitute it with sharp cheddar or pepper jack cheese if desired.

How do you shape sausage patties for a homemade McGriddle?

To get perfectly round and flat sausage patties that fit the pancakes, use a ring mold or the lid of a mason jar as a guide. Form the ground breakfast sausage into 4 equal balls, press each one into the ring or lid until it is flat and fills the shape, then remove the mold. Cook the patties in a skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned.

Homemade McGriddle Recipe for a Sweet and Savory Breakfast

Homemade Mcgriddle Recipe

Why this recipe works