Description
Fluffy pancake sausage casserole is your go-to dish for a cozy breakfast experience. This delightful bake combines sweet, fluffy pancakes with savory sausage, creating an irresistible comfort food that’s perfect for brunch or lazy weekend mornings. With its golden-brown crust and mouthwatering aroma, it’s bound to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, this casserole will quickly become a breakfast staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (spicy or mild)
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 1 cup milk (whole or plant-based)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (plus extra for serving)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through; break it apart while cooking.
- In a bowl, mix pancake mix, milk, eggs, and baking powder until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper into the batter.
- Spread cooked sausage evenly in the greased baking dish and pour pancake batter on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Serve warm drizzled with maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg