Pancake Sausage Casserole
320kcal
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage crumbled for the best flavor
- 6 Large eggs essential for binding
- 2 cups Milk whole or non-dairy alternative
- 2 cups All-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons Baking powder ensures fluffiness
- 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
- 1/4 cup Maple syrup or honey/agave as a substitute
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract adds depth of flavor
- 2 cups Shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
- 1 cup Fresh fruit (optional) berries or bananas
For Serving
- 1/4 cup Additional maple syrup for drizzling
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the crumbled breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl until combined.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring gently.
- Layer half of the pancake batter into the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle with cooked sausage and half of the cheese.
- Pour remaining batter over the sausage and cheese layer, topping with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm, cut into squares, and drizzle with additional maple syrup.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories320kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein16gFat16gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat0.5gCholesterol180mgSodium800mgPotassium250mgFiber1gSugar5gVitamin A500IUCalcium200mgIron1.5mg
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter to keep the casserole fluffy.