Description

This Overnight Sausage Pancake Breakfast Casserole is a delightful and hearty morning dish perfect for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings. Combining tender pancakes with savory maple sausage and a rich custard made of eggs, cream, and a touch of maple syrup, this casserole is prepared overnight for convenience and baked until golden and set. Serve warm with extra maple syrup for a comforting start to the day.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

20 to 24 frozen pancakes (from a 33-oz package, thawed)

Sausage

1 lb maple sausage

Custard Mixture

6 large eggs
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp maple syrup, plus more for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Pan: Cut the thawed pancakes in half and place them cut side down in a lightly greased 9×13-inch baking dish, arranging them evenly to form a base.
Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the maple sausage until it is no longer pink and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the cooked meat.
Add Sausage to Pancakes: Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over and between the pancake halves in the baking dish to distribute flavor throughout the casserole.
Make the Custard: Whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and maple syrup until smooth and fully combined.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the pancake and sausage layers in the baking dish, allowing it to soak through.
Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the casserole loosely with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld and the custard soak.
Bake the Casserole: Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and uncover. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Bake the casserole uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center is completely set and the top is lightly golden.
Serve: Allow the casserole to stand for 5 minutes after baking. Serve warm with additional maple syrup on the side for drizzling.

Notes

You can substitute the maple sausage with your favorite breakfast sausage if desired.
For a lighter version, use milk instead of heavy cream or a combination of both.
The casserole can be assembled and refrigerated the night before, making it ideal for busy mornings.
Ensure the center is set before removing from the oven to avoid undercooked custard.
Extra maple syrup on the side adds an authentic sweet flavor but can be omitted for less sugar.