Description
This Pancake Sausage Casserole is a delightful twist on traditional pancakes, combining the flavors of savory sausage and gooey cheddar cheese in a baked casserole. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch gathering!
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter:
- 2 cups pancake mix
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Additional:
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Extra maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, mix pancake mix, milk, eggs, vanilla, maple syrup, and melted butter until smooth.
- Add sausage and cheese: Stir in cooked sausage and shredded cheese, then pour mixture into the baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until set. Let cool before slicing and serving with maple syrup.
Notes
- Consider using turkey or plant-based sausage for a lighter alternative.
- This casserole is ideal for meal prep; reheat slices in the microwave.
- Enhance flavor with cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
