Sheet Pan Pancake with Turkey Sausage: A One-Pan Breakfast Bake You’ll Want on Repeat

We are so excited to share this easy, delicious, and crowd-pleasing recipe for a sheet pan pancake with turkey sausage. If you’re looking for a way to simplify breakfast, delight your family, and start your morning with joy (and flavor!), this is it.
Packed with sweet strawberries and juicy blueberries, savory turkey sausage, golden-browned cream cheese chunks, and baked in one tray—then drizzled with maple syrup—this is your new favorite “weekend-brunch meets weekday-morning” kind of dish.

(Featuring strawberries, blueberries, cream cheese, and turkey sausage)

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Why We Love It: The Heart Behind the Recipe

We believe in meals that bring together simplicity, togetherness, and a hint of sweet surprise. When we first imagined this dish, we wanted something that looked special (hello, berries and golden cream cheese!) but didn’t require a full day of cooking or standing at the stove. We wanted something that our Christian audience—busy, faithful, family-centered—could feel good about serving and enjoying.

We believe in turning everyday meals into meaningful moments. So this breakfast bake becomes more than just food—it’s a way to say “we’re together, we’re blessed, and we’re nourishing our bodies and souls.”

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What Makes This Different from a Typical Breakfast

• One-pan convenience: With the turkey sausage breakfast sheet pan recipe approach, you only need one tray. Less fuss, less clean-up, more time for coffee and conversation.
• Balanced flavor profile: Sweet berries, savory sausage, creamy (and slightly browned!) cream cheese chunks—this is a strawberry blueberry sheet pan pancake that covers all the comfort zones.
• High-appeal look: Think golden crust, scattered berries, bold sausage pieces—all baked together for visual impact that matches flavor.
• Healthy (ish) twist: Using turkey sausage gives you the savory protein without as much heavy fat content, which makes it friendlier for breakfast, brunch, or even a relaxed Sunday-morning treat.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Before you preheat the oven, here are all the ingredients we recommend. (Affiliate note: Some of the helpful tools or ingredients are linked for your convenience—if you purchase through Amazon, we may receive a small commission at no cost to you.)

For the pancake batter

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups milk (we like whole milk for extra richness)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings & extras

• 1 pound turkey breakfast sausage (pre-crumbled or in links, cooked and chopped)
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 8 oz cream cheese, cut into ½-inch chunks
• Maple syrup for drizzling (we love the genuine flavor of a pure maple syrup)
• Optional: a handful of chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch

Equipment

• A standard 13 × 18-inch (sheet pan) lined with parchment paper—makes for easy cleanup and the best release.
• A large mixing bowl, whisk, and spatula.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Let’s walk through how to bring this together so you get the best results and wow your family (or yourself—because self-care breakfast counts).

1. Preheat & prepare

Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease if desired.

2. Cook the turkey sausage

If your turkey sausage comes in raw links, cook them first in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Crumble or chop into bite-sized pieces. Spread the sausage evenly on the prepared sheet pan.

3. Make the pancake batter

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until just combined—avoid over-mixing for a tender pancake texture.

4. Pour and assemble

Pour the batter over the sausage on the sheet pan, spreading it gently so it covers the pan evenly. Then sprinkle halved strawberries and blueberries over the batter. Next, scatter cream cheese chunks so they’re evenly distributed.

5. Bake

Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes or until the pancake is golden brown on the edges, the center is set, and the cream cheese chunks have slightly browned (look for the dreamy caramelized edges!).
Don’t forget: brown edges add texture and flavor—a signature of this cream cheese berry pancake bake.

6. Finish and serve

Remove from the oven. Let it rest for 2 minutes. Drizzle generously with maple syrup (or let each person add their own). For added texture, sprinkle nuts if using. Cut into squares and serve warm.

7. Try this variation

• Swap the turkey sausage for chicken sausage or vegetarian sausage for a slightly different flavor profile.
• Use raspberries or blackberries in place of blueberries for a twist.
• Sprinkle mini-chocolate chips over the berries before baking for a brunch-dessert hybrid (yes, it’s okay to indulge!).

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Why This Works So Well for Busy Families

• The entire breakfast comes together in under 30 minutes (plus baking time).
• You can prep some of it (like cooking the sausage) ahead of time.
• It feeds a crowd: A full sheet pan serves 6–8 easily. That makes it great for our family-friendly sheet pan pancake goal.
• The visual is amazing—a colorful breakfast that invites “Instagramable” moments (perfect for your brand).
• Because everything is baked together, you maximize flavor layering and minimize dishes.

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Making It Faith-Filled

As we gather around the table each morning, we don’t just nourish our bodies—we nourish our spirits. The act of baking together or sharing a breakfast moment can be a quiet form of gratitude.
Before we dig into this dish, we take a moment of prayer or reflection: “Lord, thank You for this time together, for the food You’ve provided, for the love we share at this table. Let this meal be a blessing to our bodies and our relationships.”
And that blessing turns a simple breakfast into a moment of grace.

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“Try This” Section

Here are a few extra ideas to take this recipe even further:

• Try this: Serve this pancake bake with a side of fresh Greek yogurt and honey for extra protein.
• Try this: Add a few fresh mint leaves to the berries before baking for a surprising aromatic boost.
• Try this: Use a small drizzle of cinnamon-maple butter just after baking (a combo of butter + cinnamon + syrup) for an elegant finish.

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FAQs & Helpful Tips

Can I prepare this the night before?
Yes! You can cook the turkey sausage ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Mix the dry ingredients in the morning and finish the batter just before baking.

Can I use different meats?
Absolutely. While the title and focus of our recipe use turkey sausage (because it’s lighter and widely appealing), you could use chicken sausage or even a sweet Italian turkey sausage for a twist.

What if I’m gluten-free?
You can swap in a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. Keep in mind the texture may change slightly.

How do I store leftovers?
Cover any leftover pan pancake in the fridge and reheat slices in the oven at 350°F (176°C) for 10 minutes or until warmed through. Drizzle fresh syrup before serving.

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Final Thoughts & Serving Suggestions

We love serving this with a simple green salad, a cup of strong coffee, and late-morning sunlight streaming through the window. If we’re hosting, we set the sheet pan on the counter and let everyone slice their own piece—because sometimes letting them serve themselves makes it feel even more special.

Remember: this is not just breakfast. It’s a moment. A pause. A declaration that we trust God’s provision, we delight in His blessings, and we take joy in the simple things: berries, sausage, cream cheese… and a tray of baked goodness.