Imagine waking up to a mouthwatering breakfast that combines the best of two breakfast favorites - pancakes and sausage - all baked into one incredible casserole! This Easy Pancake Sausage Casserole is about to revolutionize your morning routine, offering a delectable dish that's both simple to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or hosting a weekend brunch, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds and begging for your culinary secrets.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 2 cups milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook until the sausage is completely browned and no pink remains, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Drain the cooked sausage on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess grease. Allow the sausage to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pancake mix, milk, eggs, and maple syrup until the batter is smooth and free of large lumps.
- Spread the cooked sausage evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the pancake batter over the sausage, ensuring it covers the meat completely and reaches all corners of the dish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Slice into squares and serve warm, optionally drizzled with additional maple syrup.
Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality breakfast sausage for the best flavor and texture.
- Make sure to drain the sausage thoroughly to prevent excess grease in your casserole.
- Whisk the batter until just combined - overmixing can lead to tough, dense pancakes.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the batter.
- Check the casserole around the 25-minute mark to prevent over-browning.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to help it set and make cutting easier.
- For a make-ahead option, you can prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate, then bake in the morning.
- Experiment with different types of sausage like spicy Italian or maple-flavored for variety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 180mg
