Southern Homemade Bisquits and Gravy

Indulge in the comforting, down-home flavors of Southern Homemade Biscuits and Gravy—an irresistible classic that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch! This crowd-pleasing recipe features light, flaky biscuits made from scratch with cold butter for that signature tenderness, paired with a rich, creamy sausage gravy seasoned to perfection. From the buttery layers of the biscuits to the hearty, peppery gravy made with savory ground breakfast sausage, every bite evokes Southern hospitality and warmth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a labor of love that’s surprisingly simple to master. Serve these biscuits piled high with gravy and watch as they disappear at the table—ideal for lazy weekend mornings!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
• 2 cups whole milk (for gravy)
• 0 salt (for gravy, to taste)
• 0 black pepper (to taste, for gravy)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes, then add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add 3/4 cup of milk, stirring gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 4-5 times, then pat it into a 1-inch-thick disc.

Step 6

Using a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits. Gather any scraps, reshape, and cut additional biscuits until all the dough is used.

Step 7

Place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, making sure they slightly touch each other. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 8

While the biscuits are baking, prepare the gravy. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks.

Step 9

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of flour over the cooked sausage. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 10

Gradually pour in 2 cups of milk, stirring constantly. Cook the gravy until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 11

Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 12

Split the warm biscuits in half and ladle the sausage gravy over them. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1508.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3636.0

Total Fat 236.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 574.3mg	0%
Sodium 8355.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 106.7g	0%

Vitamin D 370.5IU	0%
Calcium 1001.0mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 2446.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 28.9%