Bacon and Corn Griddle Cakes

I love the combination of savory and sweet any time of the day but when it comes to breakfast it can't be beat!  See, I have this problem.  When I go out for breakfast I can never decide between bacon, eggs and a biscuit with gravy OR pancakes, waffles or crepes!  This recipe solves that problem!  The griddle cakes have bacon, chives and cheese for the savory component and corn and syrup for the sweet!  The perfect breakfast bite!  Enjoy!

Bacon and Corn Griddle Cakes (adapted from recipegirl.com)

8 slices low sodium bacon, sliced into bite sized pieces
1/3 c. green onion, sliced
1 c. white whole wheat flour (can also use all purpose)
2 T. fresh chives, chopped
1 t. baking powder
1/2 t. salt
1/8 t. cayenne pepper
2/3 c. skim milk
1 large egg, beaten
1 t. extra virgin olive oil
1 c. frozen corn, thawed (I used Trader Joe's Fire Roasted Corn)
1/2 c. monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 T. unsalted butter, divided (for cooking)
Maple syrup for serving

In a medium skillet cook the bacon pieces until they are brown.  Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate (leaving the bacon grease) and add the onion to the bacon grease.  Cook the onion for 3-5 minutes or until soft and add to the plate with the bacon.  In a large bowl place the flour, chives, baking powder, salt and cayenne pepper and whisk to combine.  Stir in the milk, egg and oil until just combined.  Add the bacon, green onion, corn and cheese and stir to combine (the mixture will be thick.)  

Heat a griddle pan or electric skillet over medium heat and add 1 T. of the butter.  When the butter is melted pour a heaping 1/4 c. of the batter onto the griddle pan or skillet and use the back of a spoon to shape them into patties that are about 1/4" thick.  Allow to cook for 3-4 minutes on one side then flip and continue cooking an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side.  Repeat with the remaining batter.  

Serve the warm griddle cakes with a drizzle of maple syrup for breakfast perfection!

Makes 9 griddle cakes (168 calories each) according to my calculator on loseit.com