Description
Pancake Sausage Casserole is a hearty, layered breakfast lasagna that combines fluffy homemade pancakes with savory cooked sausage and a blend of melted cheeses. This comforting dish is baked to golden perfection and makes a perfect weekend brunch or special breakfast, offering sweet and savory flavor options with maple syrup or hot sauce.
Ingredients
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For the Pancake Layers:
- 3 cups pancake mix
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 1 1/2 lbs breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened (optional, for extra richness)
For Assembly:
- Butter for greasing
- Extra cheese for topping
Instructions
- Make the Pancake Layers: In a mixing bowl, combine pancake mix, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Pour batter to make 6-8 thin pancake rounds (about 8-9 inches in diameter). Cook each pancake until golden brown on both sides. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare for Assembly: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses together in a bowl.
- Layer the ‘Lasagna’: Place 2 pancakes in the baking dish as the first layer. Add one-third of the cooked sausage, followed by one-third of the cheese mixture. Repeat with 2 more pancakes, another one-third of sausage, and one-third of cheese. Top with the remaining pancakes, sausage, and cheese.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
- Serve: Cut into squares and serve with maple syrup or hot sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- Pancake Thickness: Make the pancakes thin and even for easier layering.
- Cheese Blend: Use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for a perfect balance of flavor and meltiness.
- Optional Cream Cheese: Adding softened cream cheese to the layers creates extra richness and creaminess.
- Rest Before Cutting: Letting the casserole rest ensures clean, neat slices.
- Serving Suggestions: Offer both sweet (maple syrup) and savory (hot sauce) options to cater to different tastes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/8th of casserole)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
