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Fluffy homemade biscuits smothered in creamy sausage gravy, topped with black pepper, served warm for breakfast

Biscuits and Gravy – The Classic Southern Comfort Breakfast

Classic Biscuits and Gravy is the ultimate Southern comfort breakfast. Flaky, buttery homemade biscuits are smothered in creamy, peppery sausage gravy that’s rich, hearty, and irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for weekends, brunch, or anytime you crave a warm, comforting start to your day. 🥞✨ Try this easy step-by-step recipe and impress your family—your kitchen will smell like a country diner in minutes!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6

Ingredients

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For the Biscuits:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

  • 1 cup cold buttermilk (plus more for brushing)

For the Gravy:

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 3 cups whole milk (warmed)

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional)

  • Pinch cayenne or red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.

  2. Mix biscuits: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Pour in buttermilk and stir gently.

  3. Shape biscuits: Pat dough 1-inch thick, fold once for layers, and cut rounds. Place on sheet and brush tops with buttermilk.

  4. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

  5. Cook sausage: In a skillet, brown sausage over medium heat, breaking into crumbles. Keep drippings in pan.

  6. Make gravy: Sprinkle flour over sausage, stir 1–2 minutes, then slowly whisk in warm milk. Cook until thickened. Season with pepper, salt, and optional spices.

  7. Serve: Split biscuits, ladle gravy generously, and enjoy hot.

Notes

  • Cold butter = flaky biscuits. Keep butter chilled until mixing.

  • Don’t overwork dough: Less handling = softer biscuits.

  • Make it spicy: Use hot sausage or add cayenne.

  • Freezer-friendly: Bake biscuits ahead and freeze for up to 2 months.

  • Gravy fix: If too thick, add a splash of milk; if too thin, simmer longer.

  • Author: SOFIA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Baking + Skillet
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Find it online: https://www.fastzestyrecipes.com/biscuits-and-gravy-the-classic-southern-comfort-breakfast/