Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins (Printable Version)

Fluffy muffins bursting with maple syrup and crispy bacon, ideal for a sweet and savory morning meal.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 190 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 25 grams granulated sugar
03 - 8 grams baking powder
04 - 2 grams baking soda
05 - 1 gram salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1 large egg
07 - 240 milliliters buttermilk
08 - 60 milliliters pure maple syrup
09 - 30 grams unsalted butter, melted

→ Add-ins

10 - 120 grams cooked, crumbled bacon

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Set the oven to 190°C. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the egg with buttermilk, maple syrup, and melted butter until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined; some lumps should remain to keep the muffins light.
05 - Carefully fold the cooked and crumbled bacon into the batter.
06 - Distribute the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each approximately two-thirds full.
07 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the muffins turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Remove muffins from the tin and allow them to cool on a wire rack for several minutes before serving warm with additional maple syrup as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Avoid overmixing to maintain a fluffy texture. Substitute gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option. A sprinkle of cinnamon can enhance the flavor.