Prepare your pancake mix according to package directions and set aside.
Make 4 patties out of your breakfast sausage.
Place the sausage onto the griddle. Cook the first side 4-5 minutes before flipping.
Flip the sausage and cook the second side about the same or until it is brown, slightly crispy, and cooked through. Top with cheese and remove to a plate.
Add the pancake batter to the hot griddle.
Swirl maple syrup onto the top of the pancakes.
Cook the first side of the pancakes 3-5 minutes, or until bubbles begin to appear. Flip the pancakes and cook them about the same amount of time. Remove to a plate.
Cook your eggs your favorite way.
To build your McGriddle Smashburgers top a pancake with two sausage patties. Add your egg. Top the sandwich with a second pancake.