Mancakes - Miz En Place

Ingredients

• 8 oz bacon (chopped)
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup cornmeal
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1 pinch ground black pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1-1/3 cups milk
• 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
• 2 large eggs (beaten)
• 2 tbsp butter (melted)
• 1 tbsp white sugar
• 1 cup warm maple syrup (or to taste)
• 1/8 tsp chipotle chili powder (or to taste)
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp butter