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Pancake Sausage Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Pancake Sausage Casserole combines fluffy pancake batter with savory breakfast sausage, baked to golden perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese. This hearty and delicious breakfast casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a satisfying morning meal with optional toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, and maple syrup for added sweetness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (bulk or links, cooked and crumbled)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups pancake mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Toppings

  • Fresh fruit
  • Whipped cream
  • Additional maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside to cool slightly.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and black pepper until well blended to create a smooth mixture.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the pancake mix, mixing until just combined. The batter should remain slightly lumpy—avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.
  5. Add Sausage: Gently fold the cooked sausage into the pancake batter until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  6. Pour Batter: Pour the combined batter and sausage into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
  7. Add Cheese: Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole for a melty, savory finish.
  8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool Slightly: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to allow it to set for easier slicing.
  10. Serve: Cut the casserole into squares and serve warm. Top with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or extra maple syrup if desired for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use either bulk sausage or remove sausages from casings for flexibility.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to maintain tender texture.
  • Make sure to drain excess grease from the cooked sausage for a less greasy casserole.
  • Feel free to add your favorite breakfast herbs or spices like paprika or thyme for extra flavor.
  • Allow the casserole to cool a bit before slicing to keep the servings intact.
  • Optional toppings provide a nice balance of sweet and savory flavors.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Pancake Sausage Casserole, breakfast casserole, sausage breakfast bake, cheesy breakfast casserole, easy breakfast recipe

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