Pancake Breakfast Sandwich

This isn’t just breakfast—it’s happiness stacked between two fluffy pancakes! Imagine golden pancakes layered with eggs, bacon or sausage, melty cheese, and your favorite spreads. It’s sweet, savory, and totally satisfying.

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Ingredients

For the Pancakes:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter

For the Filling (customize to your taste):

• 4 slices bacon or 2 sausage patties
• 2 large eggs
• 2 slices cheddar or American cheese
• 1 tbsp butter or oil for cooking eggs
• Maple syrup or spicy mayo (optional spread)

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Instructions

Step 1: Make the Pancakes

1. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed (don’t overmix).
4. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat, grease lightly.
5. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top, flip, and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden.
6. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

Step 2: Cook the Fillings

• Cook bacon or sausage until crispy and set aside.
• In the same pan, cook eggs to your liking (fried, scrambled, or folded omelet style).
• Add cheese on top of the eggs while warm to melt.

Step 3: Assemble the Sandwich

• Place one pancake on a plate.
• Layer with egg + cheese, bacon or sausage, and any optional spreads.
• Top with another pancake.

Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!

• Slice in half and serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup if you like sweet + savory combos.

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Tips & Variations

• Protein Boost: Add a sausage AND bacon layer for a hearty meal.
• Veggie Option: Swap bacon for sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or avocado slices.
• Mini Version: Make silver-dollar pancakes for bite-sized breakfast sliders.
• Make Ahead: Cook pancakes and freeze them. Reheat in a toaster for quick weekday sandwiches.
• Sweet Twist: Add a thin spread of Nutella or peanut butter under the egg for a fun surprise.