Pancake Casserole with Eggs & Sausage

December 6, 2025

This Pancake Casserole with Eggs and Sausage is a sweet, savory, crowd-pleasing breakfast bake layered with fluffy pancake batter, scrambled eggs, cheese, bacon, sausage, and maple syrup. Perfect for brunch, holidays, and freezer-friendly meal prep.

pancake casserole with eggs and sausage on a plate with fresh berries

What Makes This Recipe a Winner

A sweet-and-savory breakfast bake that’s as fun as it is filling!

This is one of those recipes that makes you wonder, “Why didn’t I think of this sooner?” Pancakes have been around for centuries, yet the idea of baking all that fluffy goodness into a casserole—complete with sausage, eggs, cheese, bacon, and maple syrup—feels surprisingly new. And honestly? It’s a genius move.

Feeds a crowd: Perfect for brunch, holidays, or hungry teenagers.
Uses pantry staples: Nothing fussy or fancy.
Make-ahead friendly: Leftovers freeze beautifully for quick breakfasts.
Family-approved: Even pickier eaters go back for seconds.

For almost a month, my husband kept mentioning pancake casserole videos popping up in his feed. Since he is one of my pickiest eaters—and never, EVER suggests recipes—I took it as a sign. We had to try it.

After watching a handful of videos and checking out a few variations online, I pulled together my own version using our family’s favorite flavors. It came together so easily that I found myself crossing my fingers as I slid it into the oven.

The result? Even better than expected. No wonder pancake casseroles are everywhere right now—it was an instant hit at our house and immediately made the “go-to favorites” list. The balance of sweet, savory, and just a drizzle of maple syrup brings everything together. My daughter and I liked it as-is. My husband and son? They’re firmly in the “extra syrup never hurts” camp.

I hope you give this one a shot—and I hope it surprises you in the best way, just like it did for us.

Tips & Tricks:

Make it fluffier: Don’t overmix the pancake batter—you want those tender crumbs.
Even layers matter: Spread the bottom layer of batter as evenly as possible so the casserole rises uniformly.
Maple syrup amount: Use 2 tablespoons for lightly sweet; 4 tablespoons if your crowd likes breakfast on the sweeter side.
Cheese swap: Monterey Jack or Colby Jack both melt beautifully.

Substitutions & Variations:

Make it vegetarian: Skip bacon/sausage and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Try ham: Swap in diced ham for a milder flavor.
Add a kick: Mix in pepper jack cheese or a sprinkle of chili flakes.
Use pancake mix: In a pinch, replace the homemade pancake recipe with 3× the amount of your favorite boxed mix.

Storage & Freezer Tips:

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Cut into squares, wrap individually in plastic wrap, and freeze.
Reheat: Microwave from frozen for 1–2 minutes for a quick, hot breakfast.

pancake casserole with fresh berries on a serving plate

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