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Pancake Sausage Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This hearty Pancake Sausage Casserole combines the flavors of savory breakfast sausage with fluffy, sweet pancakes baked into one delicious dish. Perfect for a family brunch or a cozy weekend breakfast, this casserole is easy to prepare and bake, providing a satisfying meal that balances sweet and savory. Topped optionally with melted cheddar cheese and served with maple syrup, it’s a comforting crowd-pleaser sure to delight everyone at the table.

Ingredients

Sausage

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)

Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups pancake mix (or substitute: 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 tablespoon sugar + 1 teaspoon baking powder + 1/2 teaspoon baking soda)
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (plus extra for serving)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Topping

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Continue until the sausage is browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat and set the sausage aside.
  3. Prepare Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the pancake mix (or the combined flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda), milk, eggs, vanilla extract, melted butter, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  4. Layer Sausage: Evenly spread the cooked sausage in the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a savory base layer.
  5. Add Batter: Pour the prepared pancake batter evenly over the cooked sausage, spreading it out smoothly.
  6. Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Add Cheese (Optional): If using shredded cheddar cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the casserole during the last 5 minutes of baking so it can melt and bubble to perfection.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into squares and drizzle with additional maple syrup before serving for a sweet, savory contrast.

Notes

  • You can use either mild or spicy breakfast sausage depending on your preference.
  • If you don’t have pancake mix, substitute with a homemade blend of all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda as indicated.
  • Optional cheddar cheese adds a delicious savory richness, but you can omit it to keep the dish simpler.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pancake mix.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/pancake-sausage-casserole-recipe-2/