Pancake Casserole
Pancake casserole is a warm, fluffy breakfast bake made with layered pancakes and sweet custard. It is easy to prepare ahead and perfect for serving a crowd. The dish bakes to a golden finish and offers comforting flavor in every bite. Enjoy it plain or customize it with fruits, nuts, or chocolate.
Ingredients
- 8–10 cooked pancakes (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cut pancakes into halves or quarters and layer them in the dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, butter, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
- Pour the custard evenly over the pancakes.
- Add toppings like berries or chocolate if desired.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set.
Notes
- Use day-old pancakes for better texture.
- Add cream cheese dollops for extra richness.
- Use whole milk for a creamier custard.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Add a streusel topping for a bakery-style finish.