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Brown sausage patties in a large skillet over medium-high heat until deeply caramelized and no pink remains, about 5–6 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
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Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar into a large bowl to aerate and combine evenly.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, vanilla extract, egg, melted butter, and maple syrup until well blended.
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Pour wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Whisk gently until just combined; a few small lumps are ideal for fluffy pancakes.
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Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes. This relaxes the gluten and produces a softer texture.
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Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-high and grease lightly with butter or oil.
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Dip each sausage patty fully in the pancake batter, coating evenly. Place gently onto the hot skillet, spaced apart.
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Allow pancakes to cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip and cook the opposite side until golden and cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side.
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Transfer pancake dippers to a plate. Serve immediately with extra butter and maple syrup on the side.