Description
A Southern comfort classic gets a brunch-worthy upgrade in this rich, cheesy, and oh-so-cozy Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole. With golden biscuit layers, creamy sausage gravy, fluffy eggs, and melty cheddar cheese, this make-ahead dish is perfect for feeding a crowd without sacrificing flavor. Whether you’re prepping for a weekend gathering, a holiday brunch, or a comforting weekday breakfast, this casserole bakes up into the ultimate one-dish morning feast. Serve with fresh fruit or a crisp side salad for a complete and satisfying meal that hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk (plus ½ cup for egg mixture)
- 6 large eggs
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Set a spoonful aside for topping.
- Stir in flour to coat sausage, then gradually add milk and stir until thickened. Season and remove from heat.
- Cut biscuit dough into quarters and spread evenly in the baking dish.
- Pour sausage gravy over biscuit pieces.
- Whisk eggs with ½ cup milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over the gravy layer.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and reserved sausage.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until set and golden.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne or swap cheddar for pepper jack. You can make this up to 24 hours in advance—perfect for busy mornings or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American – Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 185mg