Description
Cozy pancake sausage casserole combines fluffy pancake mix, savory breakfast sausage, eggs, and cheese into one easy bake. Perfect for brunch or meal prep with warm maple syrup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice, optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of black pepper or smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Cook breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pancake mix, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Fold in cooked sausage and shredded cheese (if using). Season with black pepper or smoked paprika.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. A toothpick should come out clean.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, slice, and serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
Serves 8-10 people.
Make ahead: Prepare the night before, cover with foil, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
Swap whole milk for dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk for a lighter version.
Sharp cheddar adds tangy flavor; mild cheese lets maple syrup shine.
Leftovers reheat beautifully in the microwave or oven.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 720
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 145
