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Grab some sausage and pancake mix, toss in cheddar, a splash of maple, cinnamon, and vanilla, then bake it all up. The oven takes care of everything. The sausage brings the hearty flavor, while the sweet and cheesy pancake layer keeps it cozy. Made for a hungry group, this dish is a snap to throw together. Just slice it up and watch everyone dig in with a smile.
Tasty Ingredients
- Sausage for breakfast: Use pork, chicken, or turkey — pork is classic and rich, but turkey is just as flavorful but lighter
- Pancake mix: Makes this way quicker and keeps layers tender. Grab a good mix for the fluffiest result
- Milk: Go with whole or 2 percent for a moist bite. Both work great
- Egg, large: Holds everything together
- Vanilla: Adds a bit of sweet flavor. If you’ve got real vanilla, go for it
- Butter, melted: Gives the batter extra richness. Use the real stuff if you can
- Maple syrup: Totally optional, but the touch of sweetness throughout is so good. Real maple syrup gives the best flavor
- Cinnamon, ground: Also optional, but adds a little warmth. Freshly ground has awesome aroma
- Cheddar cheese, shredded: Toss in for a bold cheese twist. Sharp cheddar makes everything pop
- Butter or cooking spray: Either works to grease your pan. Butter for richer flavor, spray for easy cleanup
Super Simple Steps
- Start with Layering:
- Pour half the pancake batter into your greased dish and spread it edge to edge
- Go Cheesy (if you want):
- After the sausage, sprinkle cheese right over it for melty awesomeness in every bite
- Finish with Batter:
- Top everything with the rest of your pancake mix, making sure to get it all the way to the corners
- Time to Bake:
- Slide the dish in the oven (should be heated already) and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Pull it out when a toothpick comes out with no wet batter on it
- Mix up the Batter:
- Stir together pancake mix, milk, egg, vanilla, melted butter, and if you want, swirl in maple syrup and cinnamon. Get everything just blended — don’t mix too much!
- Sausage Prep:
- Break up sausage in a pan over medium heat and cook till browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any grease
- Rest Before Serving:
- Give it about 5 minutes to cool off so it sets. That makes it easier to slice up. Serve warm, and splash on more maple syrup or dust powdered sugar if you like
- Preheat & Prep Pan:
- Start oven at 375°F (190°C). Hit a 9×13-inch pan with butter or spray, making sure you cover every bit so nothing sticks
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