The perfect sweet-and-savory breakfast treat
Sausage Dipped Pancakes are a fun and tasty way to combine the savory, smoky flavor of breakfast sausages with the fluffy sweetness of pancakes. They’re great for a family brunch, a weekend breakfast, or even as a grab-and-go snack. Add maple syrup for the ultimate sweet-and-savory bite.
Ingredients (makes about 12)
For the sausages
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12 small breakfast sausages (or regular sausages cut in half)
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Oil or butter for cooking
For the pancake batter
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1 ½ cups (200 g) all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup (250 ml) milk
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1 large egg
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2 tbsp melted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for extra sweetness)
Prep time
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Preparation: 15 minutes
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Cooking: 15 minutes
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Total: about 30 minutes
Step-by-step instructions
1 – Cook the sausages
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Heat a skillet over medium heat.
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Cook the sausages until browned and fully cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
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Drain on paper towels and let cool slightly.
2 – Make the pancake batter
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
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Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined (do not overmix).
3 – Coat the sausages
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Optional: Insert small wooden skewers into each sausage (like mini corn dogs).
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Dip each sausage into the batter, coating it fully.
4 – Cook
Pan method
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Heat a lightly oiled nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Place the batter-coated sausages in the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
Frying method (crispier)
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Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry the batter-coated sausages for about 2 minutes, until puffed and golden.
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Drain on paper towels.
5 – Serve
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Serve warm with maple syrup, honey, or honey mustard for dipping.
Tips & Variations
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Cheesy version – Wrap the sausage with a slice of cheddar or mozzarella before dipping in batter.
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Spicy kick – Use spicy sausages and add a pinch of chili powder to the batter.
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Brunch platter – Serve with scrambled eggs and crispy bacon for a full breakfast spread.
Approximate nutrition (per piece, based on 12 servings)
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Calories: ~150 kcal
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Protein: 6 g
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Carbs: 12 g
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Fat: 8 g
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Sodium: ~270 mg