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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly butter or spray a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray and set aside to cool slightly.
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In a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, brown and crumble the sausage until fully cooked with no pink remaining. Drain on paper towels using a slotted spoon.
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Combine pancake mix, water, and 1/4 cup maple syrup in a large bowl. Stir gently until just combined to avoid toughness.
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Fold shredded cheddar cheese and cooked sausage into the batter until evenly distributed.
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Spoon batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup evenly. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow to cool slightly before serving warm. Offer extra maple syrup for dipping.