Fluffy Pancake Casserole Maple (Printable)

Golden-baked pancake layered with maple syrup and nuts, ideal for cozy breakfast or brunch.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 Prepare:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No flipping required—just slide it in the oven and let the magic happen while you pour coffee and chat with guests.
  • The maple syrup swirl creates little pockets of sweetness that make every bite feel intentional, not rushed.
  • It's forgiving enough for a weekday breakfast but impressive enough to serve at a proper brunch.
02 -
  • Don't overmix the batter—I learned this the hard way when I made one that turned out dense and sad instead of fluffy and forgiving.
  • Real maple syrup is non-negotiable; the cheap stuff won't caramelize properly and tastes like disappointment.
03 -
  • If your baking dish is shallow or heats unevenly, rotate it halfway through baking to prevent the edges from browning too fast.
  • The maple syrup swirl is worth the extra 30 seconds—it transforms this from ordinary to something people remember.
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