Description

This Pancake Sausage Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish that combines fluffy pancakes, savory sausage, and melty cheese into a unique breakfast or brunch masterpiece. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe layers pancake ‘lasagna-style’ with sausage and cheese for a show-stopping meal that’s both easy to make and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pancake Layers:

3 cups pancake mix
2½ cups milk
3 large eggs
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling:

1½ lbs breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ 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 ⅓ of the cooked sausage, followed by ⅓ of the cheese mixture. Repeat with 2 more pancakes, another ⅓ of sausage, and ⅓ 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

Tips & Tricks for Perfect Pancake Sausage Casserole:

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.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: pancake sausage casserole, breakfast casserole, brunch recipe, pancake lasagna