Low carb options are now available for the McDonald’s McGriddle breakfast sandwich! The keto McGriddle casserole features gluten-free pancakes, sausage, maple syrup, and a tasty twist on the fast-food classic. This recipe is great for making ahead, so you can have a healthy and filling breakfast every morning.
How does this McGriddle Casserole taste?
This breakfast casserole tastes just like the McDonald’s breakfast sandwich. Pancake batter is stuffed with cooked and crumbled sausage and sweetened with maple syrup and brown sugar monkfruit. Each bite has that iconic pancake-sausage-maple taste that everyone knows and loves! This low-carb breakfast casserole tastes great any time of the day.
How to Make this Keto McGriddle Breakfast Casserole
This gluten-free breakfast casserole is easy to make. The first step is to brown the sausage and then crumble it as it cooks. The second step is to mix the pancake batter using a food processor. This blog post will explain why it is so important. Finally, bake the casserole. It’s as simple as 1-2-3.
Can you add scrambled eggs to this casserole?
Although this recipe is not tested with extra scrambled eggs it should still work. You can add scrambled eggs to this recipe by whisking 6 eggs with 1/4 cup half-n-half and then pouring it over the sausage. The eggs may take a few extra minutes to set properly in the oven. Keep an eye on them.
Can this casserole be made into muffins?
You can make the recipe into muffins if you want to grab and go breakfast. You can use a muffin pan that is 12 cups or mini muffin pan that is 24 cups. Check for doneness at the 12 minute mark. Look out for slightly raised and golden tops.
This casserole can be made at night and baked in the morning.
This recipe is not suitable for use as an overnight meal. Because the pancake batter doesn’t like the fridge after the leavening agents (baking soda and powder) have been added, I wouldn’t recommend prepping the casserole before baking.
What kind of sausage is Keto-friendly?
Most sausages can be used in a ketogenic diet, provided they are not sugary. Look for sausages that are nitrate- and nitrate-free whenever possible. Avoid breakfast sausages labeled “maple” and “sweet”, as these will contain added sugars. This keto breakfast casserole recipe works well with any kind of breakfast sausage, whether it’s hot or cold.
What kind of syrup is keto-friendly?
Sugar-free products like syrups have become increasingly popular due to the popularity of low carb diets and sugar-free lifestyles. Many syrups are sweetened with artificial sweeteners or maltitol (iykyk). ChocZero is my favorite keto syrup. They contain only 1 net carb per teaspoon and are dairy, gluten, and soy-free. Use the affiliate code ketoinpearls to save 10% on your order. Below, I have included links to other options I enjoy.
Can this gluten-free casserole be frozen and reheated?
You can freeze individual slices of this casserole, and then reheat them as you wish. To prevent freezer burn, I recommend freezing individual slices in plastic wrap wrapped in ziplock bags. For reheating, remove the wrap from a slice and place it on a plate that is microwave-safe. Heat for 45 to 50 seconds. Cook for 10 seconds if you need more time.
McGriddle Breakfast Casserole Low Carb, Gluten Free
Yield: 8 servingsPrep Time 15 minutesCook Time 20 minutesTotal Time 35 minutes
This keto McGriddle casserole features gluten-free pancakes, sausage, maple syrup, and a tasty twist on a fast food favorite.
Ingredients
1 pound breakfast sausage 1.5 cups almond flour 1.5 teaspoons baking Powder pinch of Salt 1 tablespoon brown sugar monkfruit 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Extract 8 tablespoons butter, melted 3 teaspoons sugar-free maple syrup
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350°F Prepare a casserole dish 8×12 or 9×13 and grease it. As you cook, crumble the sausage with a wooden spoon. Drain the grease. Set aside. Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer the pancake batter to your prepared casserole dish. Make sure you scrape the batter from the sides and blade. Add the cooked sausage to the pancake batter. Sprinkle evenly. Use the back end of a wooden spoon to gently press the sausage into batter. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before you slice.
Recommendations
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ChocZero Maple Syrup. Sugar free, Low Carb, Sugar Alcohol free, Gluten Free, No preservatives, Non-GMO. Dessert and Breakfast Toppings Syrup. 1 Bottle(12oz)
Lakanto Golden Monkfruit Natural Sugarener, 8.29 Oz (235g)
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8Serving Size : 1 slice Calories: 510Total fat: 43.8gNet Carbohydrates : 12.4gFiber : 8.6gProtein : 17.4gNutrition information provided as a service and is only approximate.
Keto In PearlsCategory: Breakfast
McGriddle Breakfast Casserole Low Carb, Gluten Free Keto In Pearls
