Bacon and Corn Griddle Cakes

Introduction: These savory griddle cakes combine crispy bacon, sweet corn, and melted Monterey Jack cheese, creating a hearty breakfast or brunch option. The fluffy interior and crispy exterior make them a delightful twist on traditional pancakes. Topped with warm maple syrup, they offer a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices bacon, cut into ½-inch pieces

• ⅓ cup finely chopped sweet onion

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

• ⅔ cup milk

• 1 large egg, beaten

• 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil

• 1 cup frozen, canned, or fresh corn

• ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

• Warm maple syrup, for serving

Directions:

1. In a medium skillet, cook the bacon pieces until they begin to brown. Add the chopped onion and continue to cook until the bacon is crispy and the onion is softened. Remove a heaping tablespoon of the bacon mixture for topping the griddle cakes and set it aside.

2. While the bacon is cooking, combine the flour, chives, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in the milk, beaten egg, and oil just until moistened. Then, stir in the cooked bacon mixture, corn, and shredded cheese. The batter will be thick; add a little more milk if you prefer a slightly thinner consistency.

3. Heat and grease a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Pour a heaping ¼-cup of the batter onto the griddle for each cake. Cook until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining batter.

4. Serve the griddle cakes in stacks, topped with the reserved bacon and onion mixture, and drizzle with warm maple syrup.

Nutritional Information (per serving, 2 cakes):

• Calories: Approximately 455 kcal

• Protein: 16g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fat: 27g

• Saturated Fat: 9g

• Cholesterol: 95mg

• Sodium: 702mg

• Potassium: 439mg

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 5g

• Vitamin A: 450 IU

• Vitamin C: 4.5mg

• Calcium: 214mg

• Iron: 2.3mg