Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket 🥞🌭
Introduction
Wake up to the ultimate sweet-meets-savory breakfast combo: these Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket feature plump sausage links wrapped in fluffy pancake batter and baked to golden perfection. Dipped in warm maple syrup, they’re perfect for cozy mornings, brunch parties, or grab-and-go breakfasts.
With just a few ingredients and a quick bake time, this is one recipe that checks all the boxes: easy, satisfying, and fun to eat.
Why I Love This Recipe
- No stovetop flipping! – baked in the oven
- Combines pancakes + sausage in one bite
- Great for kids, brunch boards, or make-ahead meals
- Customizable with different sausage types or flavored syrups
- Delicious warm or at room temperature
Perfect with coffee, orange juice, or even as part of a savory brunch spread.
Ingredients
- 8 breakfast sausage links
- 1 cup pancake mix
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Maple syrup, for dipping
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Cook the Sausage:
- Cook sausage links according to the package directions until just browned (not fully cooked).
- Let them cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Batter:
- In a medium bowl, combine pancake mix, milk, egg, and vegetable oil.
- Stir until just combined; some small lumps are okay.
4. Assemble:
- Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of batter onto the baking sheet to form oval shapes.
- Place a sausage on the edge of each oval and roll gently to enclose.
- Repeat with all sausage links.
5. Bake:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and sausages are fully cooked through.
6. Serve:
- Serve warm with maple syrup on the side.
- Optional: dust with powdered sugar or serve with a side of fruit for a balanced plate.
Tips for Success
- Use fully cooked sausages to skip the browning step if you’re short on time.
- Make mini versions with cocktail sausages for party platters or toddler meals.
- Want extra flavor? Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the pancake batter.
- Reheat leftovers in a toaster oven for best texture.
Serving Suggestions & Pairings
Serve your Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket alongside:
- This One-Pan Breakfast Bake for the ultimate brunch spread
- 3-Ingredient Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies for a sweet grab-and-go option
- The Viral Cottage Cheese Pancake for a high-protein side
- Sheet Pan Quesadillas if you’re doing a breakfast-for-dinner vibe
- Chicken Enchiladas for a brunch buffet with bold flavors
Storage & Leftovers
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days
- Freezer: Freeze after baking; reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm
- Reheat: Toaster oven preferred for best texture, or microwave for 30 seconds per serving
More Recipes You’ll Love
If these pancake-wrapped sausages made your morning, try:
- One-Pan Breakfast Bake
- Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
- The Viral Cottage Cheese Pancake
- Sheet Pan Quesadillas
- Chicken Enchiladas
Final Thoughts
These Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket are as fun to make as they are to eat—perfect for slow weekends, fast mornings, and everything in between. With that fluffy pancake coating and savory sausage bite, it’s an easy favorite that’ll keep showing up on your table.
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