Pancake Sausage Bites are an all-around fantastic choice for anyone looking to change up their morning routine or bring more excitement to a special brunch gathering. These bites are easy to make and so customizable, I'm certain they be a a staple in your kitchen for years to come.
Pancakes are always a popular option for breakfast but these are a portable and a fun, tasty spin on the traditional pigs in a blanket. Even better they go with a variety of sides for pancakes and you can always add some pancake toppings too!
If you love pancakes I recommend trying my air fryer pancakes and chocolate banana pancake pops next.
Why You Will Love This Pancake Bite Recipe
- Kid-Friendly. These pancake bites are an easy breakfast that both kids and adults will love.
- Perfect for On-the-Go Breakfasts. This pancake recipe is portable and can easily be carried with you on your way out the house to eat while your in transit or later in the morning.
- Make Ahead and Easy to Reheat. We all need simple meals you can prepare in advance to make mornings easier and this one is perfect for just that!
- Customizable. Easy to make and so many ways to serve them for breakfast, brunch or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Here's a look at the simple ingredients you need to make these pancake sausage bites.
- Salted Butter: Helps create a moist and tender pancake. If you are using unsalted butter then add ⅛ teaspoon of salt to your pancake batter and remember that vegetable oil is always an option too.
- Large Egg: Eggs help to bind the mixture together.
- Vanilla extract: Vanilla is a universal crowd-pleaser, but feel free add a half a teaspoon of your desired extract flavor to your egg mixture like almond, coconut, peppermint, lemon, banana or maple extract instead.
- Whole Milk: Milk provides a creamy, rich consistency to the pancake batter.
- Baking Powder and All-Purpose Flour: Provide structure and air for fluffier pancake bites.
- Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness but a little honey or maple syrup will work well too.
- Colby Jack Cheese: Pepper jack, sharp cheddar, mozzarella, or white cheddar all work well. Another option is to omit the cheese or add a pinch top instead.
- Sausage Links: Any kind of cooked sausage links work great. You can use pork, maple-flavored, or turkey depending on your preference.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
Substitutions and Variations
By considering these variations and substitutions, you can easily customize your Pancake Sausage Bites to suit your personal preferences.
- Add Nuts: Add your favorite chopped nuts like peanuts, hazelnuts, almonds, pecans, or walnuts to give your bites added crunch.
- Optional Additions: Add a sprinkling of powdered sugar, cocoa powder or cinnamon over the bites before serving. Add chopped fresh fruits like blueberries, bananas or berries, chocolate chips, caramel chips or peanut butter chips to your batter.
- Buy a Pancake Mix: Use a store-bought pancake mix and mix up following the package directions to save time.
How to Make Pancake Bites
Here's a look at the simple steps that go into making this easy breakfast recipe.
- Whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until thoroughly combined.
- Add the baking powder, flour, and granulated sugar and mix until the pancake batter is smooth and homogenous.
- Fold in the cheese until it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Fill your mini muffin tin with the batter. Add a piece of sausage in the center of the batter.
- Bake your pancake sausage bites for 15 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
⭐️ Hint: You can make sure your bites are done cooking by poking a few with a toothpick and making sure they come out mostly clean, with maybe a crumb or two.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy our bacon sausage balls, sausage cream cheese crescent rolls, kielbasa in air fryer , or sausage crescent rolls.
Storage
Storing: Store your leftover pancake bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Thaw the bites overnight in the fridge before reheating them in the oven or microwave.
Reheat: Reheat up to 6 bites at a time in the microwave in 30 second bursts. Be careful not to overheat them as this can cause them to become tough or dry. You can also heat leftovers in the oven, air fryer, or toaster oven at 350° F ((175°C) for the time below or until heated through.
- Oven: 10-15 minutes
- Air fryer: 5-7 minutes.
- Toaster Oven: 5-8 minutes
No matter the method, keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
What to Serve with Pancake Bites
- A Dipping Sauce. Serve with butter pecan syrup, maple syrup, honey, caramel, whipped cream, or even yogurt as a delicious addition.
- Side Dishes: Check out our collections of good sides for pancakes and pancake toppings for some wonderful ideas.
- Smoothie: A refreshing smoothie like this simple berry smoothie or green smoothie is a wonderful addition.
- Fresh Fruit: Arrange them on a platter with your favorite fruit, such as berries or sliced bananas.
- Skewer the Bites: On toothpicks for easy grabbing at gatherings.
Tips
- How to Check for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into a couple bites and if it comes out clean or with minimal crumbs they're done.
- Need to Save Time: While we love using homemade pancake batter for the best tasting bites you can use a store-bought mix if you're in a hurry.
- Grease Your Pan. Don't forget to grease your mini muffin tin to ensure easy removal.
- Assemble in Pan. Make sure to distribute the batter evenly among the muffin cups, ensuring even cooking.
- Don't Over-Bake. Baking time may vary in different ovens so keep an eye on them as they bake.
FAQ
Absolutely! Swap the milk in the recipe or use buttermilk pancake mix for a slightly tangier and more tender pancake sausage bite.
Yes, simply replace the homemade ingredients with the pancake mix and follow the package directions for mixing.
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Pancake Sausage Bites
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup Colby Jack cheese
- 6 sausage links cooked
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and coat a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until thoroughly combined.
- Whisk in the baking powder, flour, and granulated sugar until the pancake batter is smooth and homogenous. Fold in the cheese until it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Fill your mini muffin tin with the batter. Slice your cooked sausage links into discs about ½ inch thick and place one piece of sausage in the center of each muffin.
- Bake your pancake sausage bites for 15 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Sandra says
Tasty little suckers! Kids and husband devoured them. We haven’t tried them with cheese yet but will sometime. For now we’re loving them without. Thx for sharin
Karin and Ken says
They’re delicious both ways in my opinion. Glad you’re enjoying this recipe. All the best. Karin
Carmen says
My family love these and I will make again. Made half without cheese and we still couldn’t agree on which were better. Maybe we’ll figure it out when we make them next weekend. Thanks for sharing this great recipe KD
Karin and Ken says
I’m so happy you’re enjoying this recipe. They’re definitely addictive. Thank you for letting me know. All the best. Karin