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If you’re a biscuits and gravy fan, you have to try this delicious biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole. It’s so simple to make and the perfect dish for breakfast or brunch when you want to serve up something hearty, cozy, and oh-so-tasty. You can mix and match the ingredients, adding in anything you especially love and omitting anything you don’t. The whole family will love this comfort food! This hearty meal (that can feed a crowd) is a must-try recipe for holidays, family gatherings, or weekend breakfasts.
You only need a handful of ingredients to make the tastiest ever biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole you ever tried. This might become a firm family favorite!
You might also like to try sausage breakfast burritos, breakfast tacos or a breakfast lasagna. This hash brown breakfast casserole is really good too.
Why You’ll Love It
Easy to make: Even if you don’t make a lot of casseroles, you’re sure to find this biscuits and gravy casserole really straightforward to prepare.
So delicious: The sausage, cheese, egg, and biscuit flavors in this dish make it oh-so-yummy!
Easy to adapt: Want to add other breakfast favorites like mushrooms, green onions, tomatoes, or bell peppers? This recipe makes it easy to customize your casserole however you like.
Biscuit and Gravy Casserole Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Buttermilk biscuits: Grab a roll of 8 canned biscuits (such as Pillsbury).
Ground sausage: Hot, sweet, spicy, mild… any kind works.
Eggs: One of the main ingredients.
Cheddar cheese: Shred your own from the block instead of using pre-shredded (it’s just better!)
Flour: To thicken the gravy.
Salt: Just a pinch is all you need, as the biscuits and sausage are likely to contain some.
Milk: I used whole milk but use 2% if you prefer.
How to Make Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits and Gravy
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Cook the sausage: Cook the sausage in a skillet.
Prepare the biscuits: Cut the canned biscuits up and scatter in a greased baking dish, then add the cooked sausage on top.
Add the eggs: Beat the eggs and pour those on top.
Make the gravy: Whisk the flour and salt into the sausage grease in the skillet, adding a little milk, and cook until thickened.
Add more ingredients: Sprinkle the cheese over the sausage and egg mixture in the baking dish and then pour gravy on top.
Bake and serve: Bake the biscuits and gravy casserole until set, let it cool a little and serve.
Substitutions and Variations
Gluten-free option: If you want a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and a gluten-free biscuit dough.
Breakfast sausage: I used hot sausage but you can use any kind you want. Turkey sausage can be used in place of pork sausage.
Vegetarian version: Swap the sausage for your preferred vegetarian alternative, adding a splash of oil to the pan (instead of using sausage grease).
Different cheese: Swap the shredded cheddar cheese for pepper jack, mozzarella, Swiss cheese, or any other preferred type.
Readymade gravy: Use a sausage gravy mix to save time instead of making your own homemade gravy.
Spice it up: Add some finely chopped jalapenos or a pinch of chili powder.
Add some veggies: Chopped mushrooms, broccoli, zucchini, bell peppers, or onions would also be good in this biscuits and gravy casserole recipe.
Serving Suggestions
Savory dishes: This sausage gravy biscuit casserole would be good paired with twice-baked breakfast potatoes or breakfast fries.
Sweet treats: Whip up some banana pancakes or mango yogurt mousse to complement the meal with some sweetness.
Breakfast drinks: Pumpkin spice lattes all round! Or any kind of coffee you prefer, and maybe some OJ too.
How to Store Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container or in the pan covered with plastic wrap or foil in the refrigerator. Eat within 3 days.
Freeze: You can freeze it in portions for speedy future breakfasts.
Thaw: Defrost it in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: Reheat a portion for about 45 seconds in the microwave until hot.
Top Tips
Grease the baking pan: Don’t forget to grease the pan, otherwise the casserole will stick.
Thickening the gravy: Keep an eye on the gravy as it thickens. It can thicken quickly and you don’t want it to get lumpy or scorched.
Let it cool: Give the biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole 10 or 15 minutes to cool before slicing and serving. It will still be hot but some of the moisture content will have settled, making slicing easier.
Biscuits and Gravy Casserole FAQs
No. Cooking it uncovered means some of the moisture will cook off, ensuring the finished dish isn’t soggy.
First, because it will be piping hot, and second, so some of the moisture can evaporate. That makes it easier to cut nice, clean slices that don’t fall apart.
Sure. The roll of buttermilk biscuits is a handy, time-saving touch but you can use your own recipe if you prefer.
Sausage, Biscuits and Gravy Casserole Recipe
Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Equipment
- Baking Dish 9 x 13-Inch
Ingredients
- 1 Roll buttermilk biscuits, 8 Count
- 2 Pounds ground sausage
- 6 eggs, large
- 1½ Cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ Cup all purpose flour
- 1 Teaspoon salt
- 2 Cups whole milk
- butter, or nonstick cooking spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan and with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
- Use a sharp knife or some kitchen shears to cut your biscuits into small pieces and arrange them on the bottom of your baking pan. Set aside.
- Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over a medium-high heat for about 4 minutes, or until cooked all the way through.
- Scatter the sausage over the top of the biscuit pieces, leaving the grease in the pan.
- Beat the eggs and pour over the casserole.
- Whisk the flour and salt into the sausage grease in the pan until homogenous and then add a few tablespoons of milk.
- Whisk the mixture over a medium heat until smooth and then add the remaining milk. Whisk frequently until the gravy reaches your desired thickness.
- Spread the cheese over the sausage and then top the dish with the homemade gravy.
- Bake for 40 minutes and then let it cool on the counter for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Thickening the gravy: Keep an eye on the gravy as it thickens. It can thicken quickly and you don’t want it to get lumpy or scorched.
Let it cool: Give the biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole 10 or 15 minutes to cool before slicing and serving. It will still be hot but some of the moisture content will have settled, making slicing easier.
Nutrition
This mouthwatering biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole is a stunning dish that’s crazy easy to make! Treat the family to this hearty and warming breakfast dish over the weekend. Everyone is going to love those classic breakfast flavors and this delicious twist on biscuits and gravy.
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Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
