How did I go my entire life without trying this? Genius combo!
This easy pancake sausage casserole combines the comforting flavors of breakfast sausage and fluffy pancakes into a convenient and delicious baked dish. It’s perfect for weekend brunches or a make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings.
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Ingredients:
For the Sausage:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Sausage | 1 pound |
For the Pancake Batter:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pancake Mix | 2 cups |
| Milk | 1 1/2 cups |
| Large Eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Cinnamon (optional) | 1 teaspoon |
For Topping:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Maple Syrup | 1/2 cup |
| Butter (melted) | 1/4 cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Prepare pancake batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pancake mix, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using). Stir until just combined; do not overmix (a few lumps are okay).
- Grease baking dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Layer the casserole:
- Pour half of the pancake batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Distribute the cooked breakfast sausage evenly over the batter.
- Pour the remaining pancake batter over the sausage layer.
- Add maple syrup: Drizzle the maple syrup evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delightful Pancake Sausage Casserole!
