Pancake Bacon Casserole
For those lazy weekend brunches, say hello to your new favorite breakfast! This pancake bacon casserole recipe is the easiest way to make breakfast the best meal of the day, by combining all the usual foods your family loves into one great recipe.
You won’t find this on the back of the Betty Crocker recipe box – with all of my favorite ingredients combined, get ready for the best pancakes from an easy recipe that you’ve had in a long time.
This casserole features the perfect combination of crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fluffy pancakes. Perfect for pairing with sausage links and fruit salad for a full meal. Even the pickiest eaters will love this!
If breakfast is your jam, try this biscuits & gravy casserole, these chocolate chocolate chip pancakes or this copycat hashbrown casserole.
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Ingredient Notes
- Bisquick pancake mix – I like to use the buttermilk flavor but you can also use homemade pancake mix. In a pinch you can use waffle mix too. They are basically the same.
- Bacon – Swap for turkey bacon instead if you prefer.
- Syrup – Substitute honey or molasses. But know that these will change the flavor a little bit. My husband uses pure cane syrup so he likes it when I put molasses in it.
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How To Make Pancake Bacon Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°f. Spray 9×13 casserole dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine pancake mix, milk, syrup, eggs, and sugar.
- Stir to combine. Add half of the cheese and stir. Pour egg mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Bake 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Sprinkle bacon crumbles and remaining cheese on top. Bake for another 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
For the full recipe and detailed cooking instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.
Serving Suggestions
This great recipe for pancake casserole pairs well with any other breakfast meats, such as breakfast sausage patties or pork sausage. If you love eggs, try this air fryer eggs recipe and make some to serve with your casserole.
For brunch, don’t forget fresh fruit and a tall, refreshing glass of raspberry iced tea.
How To Freeze It
This is one of my most popular recipes because it can be frozen for a few months if needed.
Bake it as directed and cool completely. Wrap in plastic wrap and aluminum foil and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before warming through.
Sure thing! Whip up the batter and pour into the casserole dish. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge overnight. When ready to bake, remove and let come to room temperature. Bake as usual.
Substitute the cheese in this recipe for hash browns if you can’t have cheese or just looking to mix things up a bit. I recommend the extra step of crisping your hash browns in the air fryer on medium heat before topping your casserole off with them.
Tips For The Best Casserole
- Want even more sweetness? Serve with a few extra tablespoons of maple syrup on top.
- Factor in a few minutes of prep time to crisp your bacon. I like to cook mine for a few minutes more than package directions.
- To save time, while the pancake base is baking, crumble the bacon into bite-sized pieces and store in a medium bowl until ready to be used.
- No casserole pan on hand? Try using a cast iron skillet.
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My breakfast bacon pancake casserole is one of my favorite savory recipes because it’s the perfect mix of bacon, pancakes, and melty, gooey cheese. Perfect for a holiday breakfast the whole house will love!
Pancake Bacon Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bisquick pancake mix
- 3 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 pound bacon cooked & crumbled
- 2 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons syrup
- 1 ½ tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Spray 9×13 pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the bisquick, milk, syrup, eggs, and sugar. Stir to mix.
- Add 1 cup of cheese and stir to combine.
- Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake 20-25 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven.
- Top with crumbled bacon and remaining cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 4-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Notes
- Serve with maple syrup or a drizzle of honey.
- Be sure to crisp up your bacon before adding to the casserole so it doesn’t get soggy.
- Swap out the baking dish for a cast iron skillet for a crispy bottom.
Nutrition
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