Bacon Corn Griddle Cakes with Maple Syrup Recipe
Delight in these savory Bacon Corn Griddle Cakes, featuring crispy bacon, sweet corn, and melted Monterey Jack cheese, all perfectly cooked on a griddle and drizzled with warm maple syrup for a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 griddle cakes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Bacon and Vegetables
- 8 bacon slices, chopped into small 1/2-inch chunks
- 1/3 cup sweet onion, diced finely
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
- 1 cup corn (frozen, canned, or fresh)
Batter
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne
- 2/3 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 large egg, whisked
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, grated
To Serve
- Warm maple syrup to drizzle on top during serving
Instructions
- Cook Bacon and Onion: Brown the bacon pieces in a medium pan over medium heat until crispy. Add the diced onion and cook together until the onion softens. Reserve about one tablespoon of this mixture for garnishing later.
- Prepare Batter: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cayenne, and minced chives. Gradually stir in the milk, whisked egg, and vegetable oil just until combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the cooked bacon and onion mixture, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and corn kernels.
- Cook Griddle Cakes: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it. Drop approximately 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the hot surface. Cook each griddle cake for 3 to 4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the other side is equally golden and cooked through.
- Serve: Stack the cooked griddle cakes on plates, sprinkle with the reserved crispy bacon and onion bits, and drizzle generously with warm maple syrup. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use any type of milk you prefer, including dairy or plant-based alternatives.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control the level of spiciness.
- For extra crispiness, cook bacon slowly to render fat and ensure a crunchy texture.
- These cakes can be kept warm in a low oven while cooking the remaining batter.
- Use fresh or thawed frozen corn for best results.
