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Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins

Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins: Your New Breakfast Obsession

Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins combine sweet maple syrup and savory bacon in a portable breakfast delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier twist
  • 0.5 cups sugar brown sugar can be used for richer flavor
  • 2 tsp baking powder check expiration for best results
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt to enhance flavor
  • 1 cup buttermilk or 1 cup of milk mixed with 1 tbsp of vinegar
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 6 slices crispy bacon bake until crispy and crumble
  • 0.5 cups maple syrup use pure maple syrup for the best flavor

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing or lining it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter, whisking until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fold in the crumbled bacon and half of the maple syrup into the batter carefully.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Optionally drizzle more maple syrup on top before baking.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm with extra maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure ingredients are fresh and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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