Maple Bacon Pancake Muffins (Print Version)

Airy muffins blend bacon, maple, and pancake flavors for a comforting breakfast or brunch treat.

# Components:

→ Bacon

01 - 6 slices bacon

→ Dry Ingredients

02 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 cup buttermilk
08 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Maple Glaze

11 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
13 - 1-2 tablespoons milk

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
02 - In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels, then chop into small pieces. Set aside.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla until well combined.
05 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Fold in most of the chopped bacon, reserving a small amount for topping.
07 - Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle reserved bacon on top.
08 - Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
09 - Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and enough milk to reach a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over cooled muffins before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect make ahead breakfast for busy mornings
  • Combines the beloved flavors of pancakes and bacon in one bite
  • No syrup mess like traditional pancakes
  • Portable for breakfast on the go
02 -
  • These muffins freeze beautifully for up to 3 months
  • The combination of baking powder and soda creates the perfect rise
  • Can be made ahead the night before and reheated for 15 seconds in the microwave
  • Buttermilk is essential for the pancake like flavor profile
03 -
  • Reserve the finest bacon pieces for the topping to create visual appeal
  • Let the melted butter cool slightly before adding to prevent curdling the eggs
  • Fill muffin cups to exactly 3/4 full for the perfect dome top
  • Apply glaze while muffins are still slightly warm for better absorption
  • Use room temperature ingredients for the most consistent texture

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