Description

This Pancake Sausage Casserole is the ultimate layered breakfast lasagna, featuring fluffy pancake layers alternated with savory cooked breakfast sausage and a blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Baked to bubbly perfection, this hearty dish combines sweet and savory flavors, making it an impressive and satisfying meal for brunch or breakfast gatherings.

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 the baking dish
Extra cheese for topping (optional)

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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 shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses together in a bowl; if using, fold in the softened cream cheese for extra creaminess.
Layer the ‘Lasagna’: Place 2 pancakes in the baking dish as the first layer. Add one-third of the cooked sausage evenly over the pancakes, followed by one-third of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layering process twice more, ending with pancakes, sausage, and cheese on top.
Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Rest and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm with maple syrup for a sweet contrast or hot sauce for a savory kick.

Notes

Make the pancakes thin and even for easier layering and a more uniform casserole.
Using a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses balances sharpness and meltiness perfectly.
Adding softened cream cheese enhances richness and creates a creamier texture in the layers.
Letting the casserole rest before slicing ensures clean, neat portions.
Serving with maple syrup or hot sauce allows guests to customize the sweet or savory flavor profile.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate, based on 10 servings)
Calories: 390 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 650 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0.3 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Fiber: 1.5 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg