Classic Biscuits and Gravy 🥛🥓🍪

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Biscuits and Gravy is a classic Southern comfort breakfast featuring warm, flaky biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy. It’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect with a cup of coffee.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Homemade Biscuits (or use refrigerated biscuits)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ cup cold butter, cubed
• ¾ cup cold buttermilk

Sausage Gravy

• 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage
• 3 tbsp butter (if needed)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Make the Biscuits

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add buttermilk and stir just until combined.
5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently fold a few times.
6. Cut into biscuits and place on a baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.

2. Make the Sausage Gravy

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Cook sausage, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
3. If the sausage is lean, add butter.
4. Sprinkle flour over the sausage and stir for 1–2 minutes.
5. Slowly pour in milk while stirring.
6. Simmer for 5–8 minutes until thick and creamy.
7. Season with:
   • Black pepper
   • Garlic powder
   • Onion powder
   • Salt
   • Cayenne (optional)

3. Serve

Split warm biscuits in half and generously spoon sausage gravy over the top.

Optional Add-Ins

• 🧀 Stir shredded cheddar into the gravy for cheesy sausage gravy.
• 🥓 Add crispy bacon pieces.
• 🌶 Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy version.
• 🍳 Top with a fried egg for a complete breakfast.

Tips for Perfect Biscuits and Gravy

• Keep biscuit dough cold for flaky layers.
• Don’t overmix the dough—gentle handling keeps biscuits tender.
• Use freshly cracked black pepper for the classic country gravy flavor.
• Let the gravy simmer slowly so it becomes thick and silky.
• If gravy gets too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen it.

Serving Ideas: Pair with scrambled eggs, hash browns, breakfast potatoes, or fresh fruit for a classic Southern breakfast spread. 🍳✨