Jimmy Dean Original Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick, 30 oz, 12 Count (Frozen)

I love the convenience of these Pancake and Sausage on a stick! I like how they have a little protein, fat and carb. I was the pancake eating champion while growing up. Of course, there are healthier breakfasts you could have, but if you love pancakes, these are satisfying especially if you are running out the door.

I bought this thing on a whim after seeing the giant exclamation point on the box like a carnival barker shouting, "Pancakes on a stick!" I was half convinced it was a prank. Turns out it is exactly what it says: a fluffy pancake hugging a piece of sausage, both impaled on a wooden stick like some breakfast kebab. The first bite was oddly satisfying, like someone had taken my favorite lunch combo-sandwich, fruit, maybe a handful of walnuts for crunch-and turned it into a portable, frozen novelty. The pancake itself is surprisingly airy, not the soggy, soggy mess you get from cheap microwave cakes. It has that classic buttery sweetness that makes you want to drizzle maple syrup, but you can skip the syrup because the sausage already brings enough salty, meaty goodness to balance the sweet. The sausage is the kind of seasoned pork that would make a brunch chef weep with joy, and it stays firm on the stick without falling apart. No walnuts in sight, which is a relief for anyone who's ever taken a bite and thought they were chewing on a tiny, crunchy surprise that turned out to be a bite of bark. I tried eating them for lunch because I thought, hey, why not turn breakfast into a midday treat? The stick makes it feel like a lollipop, so I could actually walk around the office, pop one into my mouth, and pretend I was a kid at a fair. My coworkers stared, then smiled, then asked where I got them. I told them it was the only thing that could make me feel like I was having a proper breakfast while also being weird enough to impress the breakroom. If you're looking for something yummy that combines the best of breakfast with the novelty of a stick, this is it. It's not fruit, but you could always add a side of berries if you're feeling fancy. Just don't expect any walnuts-there are none, and that's probably for the best. In short, this frozen stick of joy turned my boring lunch into an absurdly delightful experience, and I'll be buying more until the box is empty and the sticks are all gone.