Description
A delicious and hearty Pancake Sausage Casserole perfect for breakfast or brunch. This easy-to-make dish combines fluffy pancake batter with savory sausage, baked to golden perfection with a touch of sweet maple syrup for a balanced flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Pancake Sausage Casserole
- 2 cups buttermilk pancake mix
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (bulk or links)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until browned and crumbly. Once cooked, drain off any excess grease to avoid a greasy casserole.
- Mix the batter: In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk pancake mix, whole milk, and eggs. Stir just until mixed; lumps in the batter are okay for a tender texture.
- Add syrup and sausage: Fold in half of the pure maple syrup along with some of the cooked sausage pieces to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Layer the casserole: Pour half of the batter into the greased baking dish. Spread the remaining cooked sausage evenly over the batter layer. Then pour the remaining batter on top to create a layered effect.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is springy to the touch when gently pressed.
Notes
- Use bulk sausage for easier browning and layering, but sliced links work as well after cooking and crumbling.
- Do not overmix the pancake batter to keep the casserole light and fluffy.
- Maple syrup adds sweetness; adjust quantity to taste or serve extra on the side.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean indicating the casserole is cooked through.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
