Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins
Description
These Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins are the ultimate sweet-and-savoury breakfast treat. Fluffy pancake-style muffins are packed with crispy bacon and finished with a rich maple syrup drizzle. Perfect for brunch, meal prep, or grab-and-go mornings—they taste like pancakes without the hassle!
Servings
Makes: 10–12 muffins
Ingredients
Muffin Batter:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk 🥛
- 1 egg 🥚
- 3 tbsp melted butter 🧈
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins:
- 6–8 slices bacon (cooked & crumbled)
Topping:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Extra bacon bits (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin. - Cook bacon:
Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces. - Mix dry ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. - Mix wet ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. - Combine batter:
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined.
Fold in bacon. - Fill muffin cups:
Pour batter into muffin tin (about 3/4 full). - Bake:
Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and set. - Finish:
Drizzle warm maple syrup over muffins and top with extra bacon.
Notes
- Don’t overmix batter to keep muffins fluffy
- Use real maple syrup for best flavor
- Let muffins cool slightly before serving
Tips
- Add shredded cheese for extra savory flavor 🧀
- Use pancake mix for a shortcut
- Freeze muffins for quick breakfasts
Nutritional Info (Approx per muffin)
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 26g
Benefits
- Balanced sweet & savory flavor
- Great for meal prep
- Kid-friendly and portable
- Energy-boosting breakfast option
Q&A
Q: Can I make them ahead?
A: Yes, store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze.
Q: Can I reheat them?
A: Yes, microwave for 20–30 seconds.
Q: Can I make them healthier?
A: Use whole wheat flour and reduce sugar.
Q: Can I skip bacon?
A: Yes, make plain pancake muffins or add fruit.