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Typically, breakfast sandwich bread is hearty, like an English muffin, bagel, or even French toast, but pancakes offer the perfect blend of flavor and structure. They’re soft yet firm, with a spongy texture. The airy pockets inside help the pancakes embrace the fillings without falling apart, almost like a memory foam mattress cradling your eggs and bacon. Let’s elevate the breakfast sandwich by using pancakes as the bread.
Using pancakes instead of bagels or pre-made English muffins gives you control over the flavor, texture, and thickness. You can use any pancake recipe you like, even if you opt for frozen ones. Personally, I enjoy pancakes with a touch of sugar, as the subtle sweetness pairs perfectly with the savory sandwich fillings. A slightly sweet pancake is a nice balance against the salty ingredients.
I packed my sandwich with crispy fried eggs, bacon, and Swiss cheese, finishing it off with a generous drizzle of maple syrup. Since the recipe is straightforward, I focused on timing. I baked the bacon in the oven while I cooked the pancakes on the stovetop. After the pancakes were done, I placed them on a cooling rack to prevent them from becoming soggy, then fried the eggs in the same pan. By this point, the bacon was ready, and I quickly assembled the sandwich.
My boyfriend kindly pointed out that this is basically a McGriddle. But having had one, I can confidently say it doesn't even come close to this homemade version. McDonald's has its charm, but the flavor is simple and plain compared to this vibrant, homemade pancake breakfast sandwich. The secret lies in treating yourself to a good stack of crispy, salty bacon and using a maple syrup you actually enjoy—whether it's the real deal or the fake stuff. The only thing I wish I’d done differently is double-side-soak the pancakes before putting everything together. Don’t worry though, I made up for it by dipping the edges in syrup runoff. Feel free to experiment with fillings like sausage, tofu, chorizo, or even pickles and cheese. Whatever you decide to stack your pancakes with, make sure to double the batch because you'll definitely be coming back for a second sandwich.
