Description
These Easy Breakfast Pancake & Beef Sausage Skewer Bites are a fun, bite-sized breakfast treat perfect for family gatherings, brunch, or a casual morning snack. Featuring mini pancakes layered with savory beef sausage slices and fresh fruit on skewers, they combine sweet and savory flavors with a delightful presentation that’s both tasty and visually appealing.
Ingredients
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Pancake Mix
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter
Beef Breakfast Sausage
- 8 beef breakfast sausage links (pre-cooked or raw)
Additional Ingredients
- Pure maple syrup, for serving
- Small fresh fruit such as blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Small wooden skewers (cocktail-sized, 4-6 inches long)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Sausage: If using pre-cooked beef breakfast sausage links, reheat them by microwaving for 30-60 seconds or sauté in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until warmed through. If using raw beef sausage links, cook thoroughly following package instructions until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Allow sausages to cool slightly, then slice into bite-sized pieces about ½ to ¾ inch thick.
- Make Your Mini Pancakes: Prepare pancake batter according to package directions or your favorite recipe. Heat a non-stick griddle or large frying pan over medium-low heat and lightly grease it. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop 1 to 1½ tablespoons of batter onto the griddle to form 2-3 inch diameter pancakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Keep pancakes warm while cooking the rest.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread a mini pancake onto a skewer, followed by a piece of sausage, then another mini pancake, another sausage piece, and finish with a third mini pancake. Optionally, add small pieces of fresh fruit between pancakes and sausage pieces for added flavor and color.
- Serve Immediately: Arrange the skewers on a serving platter. Serve alongside a small bowl of warm pure maple syrup for dipping. Optionally, dust skewers with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- You can use pre-cooked or raw sausage links depending on convenience and preference.
- If desired, substitute the beef sausage with pork or chicken sausage for variation.
- Fresh fruit adds a refreshing sweetness and balances the savory sausage perfectly.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm by covering loosely with foil or placing in a low oven (around 200°F/95°C).
- These skewers are best enjoyed immediately to maintain pancake fluffiness and sausage juiciness.
