Description
Pancake Sausage Casserole is the ultimate breakfast delight, combining fluffy pancakes and savory sausage into one easy, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for lazy mornings or festive brunches, this casserole is not only simple to prepare but also guaranteed to impress your guests with its mouthwatering flavors and beautiful presentation. With each bite, you’ll savor the warmth and joy of a comforting meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or plant-based)
- 2 cups pancake mix (preferably buttermilk)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (plus more for serving)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat; set aside.
- In a bowl, combine pancake mix, eggs, and milk until smooth. Fold in melted butter and cinnamon gently.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish, add the cooked sausage evenly on top, then pour remaining batter over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Drizzle with maple syrup before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Customize by adding veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. For a vegetarian version, substitute traditional sausage with plant-based alternatives or sautéed vegetables. To make ahead, assemble the casserole up to 24 hours prior and bake fresh in the morning.
