A hearty and delicious Pancake Sausage Casserole combining fluffy buttermilk pancakes with savory breakfast sausage, baked into a flavorful one-dish meal perfect for brunch or breakfast.
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking.
Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crumbly. Drain any excess grease for a less greasy casserole.
Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk pancake mix, whole milk, and eggs. Stir until just combined; it’s fine if the batter is a bit lumpy.
Add Syrup and Sausage: Fold half of the pure maple syrup into the batter along with some of the cooked sausage bits to incorporate flavor throughout.
Layer Casserole: Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, spread remaining cooked sausage evenly over it, then pour the rest of the batter on top to create layers.
Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is springy to the touch, indicating it's cooked through.
Notes
Use mild or spicy breakfast sausage depending on your flavor preference.
For a thicker casserole, consider using slightly less milk or adding extra pancake mix.
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to help it set and make serving easier.
Maple syrup can be served on the side for extra sweetness if desired.
Greasing the baking dish well with butter helps with easy removal and adds flavor.
