Description
Pancake Sausage Breakfast Bake is a cozy, all-in-one breakfast casserole that combines the sweet fluffiness of pancakes with the savory goodness of sausage. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd or prepping ahead for a delicious, stress-free morning. With layers of golden pancake pieces, hearty sausage, and a rich egg mixture, it bakes into a warm, satisfying dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
2 cups pancake mix
1 ½ cups milk
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 lb breakfast sausage
6 eggs (for custard)
1 cup milk (for custard)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
Butter or nonstick spray for greasing
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
2️⃣ Make the pancakes: In a mixing bowl, whisk together pancake mix, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and cook pancakes in batches until golden on both sides. Let them cool slightly, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
3️⃣ Assemble the bake: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add the pancake pieces and sausage evenly throughout the dish.
4️⃣ Prepare the egg mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 6 eggs, 1 cup milk, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture evenly over the pancakes and sausage in the baking dish.
5️⃣ Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
6️⃣ Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
Notes
This breakfast bake can be made ahead and stored overnight in the refrigerator before baking. You can also use pre-made frozen pancakes to save time. For extra flavor, try adding cooked bacon, sautéed onions, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to the egg mixture. Serve with maple syrup on the side for a touch of sweetness.