Pancake Sausage Casserole – Sweet, Savory & Oh-So-Comforting Morning Favorite!
Fluffy pancakes soaked in rich, maple-kissed custard, layered with savory sausage, and baked into golden perfection—this dish brings together breakfast classics in the most irresistible way.
It all started when I had leftover pancakes from Sunday brunch and some sausage links sitting in the fridge. I thought, why not combine them into something warm and hearty for Monday morning? What came out of the oven was a cozy, crave-worthy casserole that quickly became a weekend staple.
Ingredients:
- 8 cooked pancakes (cut into quarters)
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (crumbled and cooked)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (plus extra for serving)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for a cheesy twist)
- Butter for greasing
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9×13″ baking dish.
- Spread half the pancake pieces in the dish, sprinkle with half the cooked sausage.
- Repeat with remaining pancakes and sausage.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the pancake-sausage layers.
- Sprinkle cheese on top if using.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and set.
- Let it cool slightly, slice, and drizzle with warm maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Serves 6)
| Calories | 460 kcal |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 35 g |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 640 mg |
Printable Recipe Summary
| Pancake Sausage Casserole | |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Pancakes, sausage, eggs, milk, cream, maple syrup, cinnamon, cheese (optional) |
| Instructions | Layer pancakes and sausage, pour egg mixture, bake, serve with syrup |
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen pancakes?
Yes, just thaw and warm them slightly before layering.
Q: Is it okay to prepare this the night before?
Absolutely! Assemble and refrigerate overnight, then bake in the morning.
Q: Can I make it without syrup in the mix?
Yes, just serve syrup on the side if you prefer it less sweet.
Q: What sausage works best?
Breakfast sausage is ideal, but you can use turkey sausage or veggie sausage for variations.
