Easy Pancake Casserole Maple (Print Version)

Fluffy baked pancake layers topped with rich maple syrup and nuts for a delightful breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 cups whole milk
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for greasing
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

10 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, plus more for serving
11 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
12 - Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are acceptable.
05 - Pour batter evenly into the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish.
06 - Drizzle 1/2 cup maple syrup over the batter. Using a knife, gently swirl the syrup through the batter to create a marbled pattern.
07 - Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the top if desired.
08 - Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
09 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
10 - Dust with powdered sugar, slice into portions, and serve warm with additional maple syrup on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No flipping—just pour, swirl, and bake for a stress-free breakfast
  • Feeds 6 people with minimal hands-on time
  • Fluffy, golden texture with a beautiful maple syrup marbled effect
  • Easily customizable with berries, nuts, or chocolate chips
  • Perfect for weekend brunch gatherings or meal prep
02 -
  • Use room temperature eggs and milk for better batter consistency
  • Don't skip the cooling period—it helps the casserole set and makes slicing easier
  • For extra maple flavor, add a teaspoon of maple extract to the batter
  • Make ahead: prepare the batter the night before and refrigerate, then bake fresh in the morning
  • Reheat individual slices in a toaster oven to restore crispness on the edges
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