Easy Pancake Mix Sausage Casserole for Breakfast
This Pancake Mix Sausage Casserole is the ultimate breakfast comfort food—easy to prep, hearty enough to feed a crowd, and full of sweet and savory flavor. With fluffy pancake layers and savory sausage baked in one dish, it’s the perfect no-fuss solution for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or make-ahead meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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1 pound breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken), cooked and crumbled
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2 cups pancake mix (like Bisquick or Krusteaz)
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1½ cups milk
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional Add-ins:
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½ cup shredded cheese
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½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble sausage until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
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In a large bowl, whisk together pancake mix, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until just combined.
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Fold in cooked sausage and any optional add-ins like cheese or fruit.
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Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let cool 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with extra syrup if desired.
Notes
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To make ahead, prepare the casserole, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning, adding 5–10 minutes to the cook time.
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For a sweet twist, swirl in cinnamon sugar or top with crushed pecans before baking.
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Great for freezing: Slice, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 2 months.
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Reheat in microwave or oven until warmed through.