This easy Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole combines flaky biscuits, breakfast sausage, eggs, peppered gravy, and cheddar cheese in one easy breakfast bake. Made with just 7 simple ingredients, it's perfect for Christmas morning, weekend brunch, family gatherings, or anytime you need an easy breakfast recipe everyone will love!
If you love classic biscuits and gravy, this casserole has all those same flavors in one easy breakfast dish. Flaky biscuits are layered with savory breakfast sausage, eggs, cheese, and peppered gravy, similar to my Bubble Up Casserole recipes, only made for breakfast!
For years, this Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole has been a Christmas morning tradition in my family. I assemble it on Christmas Eve, cover it, and keep it in the refrigerator overnight. The next morning, I pop it into the oven while we open presents, and breakfast is ready shortly after. A win-win!
Quick Look: Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole combines refrigerated biscuits, breakfast sausage, eggs, cheddar cheese, and peppered gravy in one easy breakfast bake. Everything is layered in a casserole dish and baked until the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Main Ingredients: Biscuits, breakfast sausage, eggs, cheddar cheese, and peppered gravy
- Best For: Weekend breakfast, brunch, holidays, and family gatherings
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We have made this recipe for several years for Christmas morning. It is delicious and easy and we come back to it every year!
Ingredient Notes
See the printable recipe card below for exact measurements and step-by-step instructions.
- Biscuits: I use an 8-count package of Pillsbury Grands biscuits. If you prefer homemade biscuit dough, my Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits are a great option.
- Peppered Gravy Mix: I use one 2.3-ounce package of peppered gravy mix, which makes about 2 cups of gravy. You can also use homemade peppered gravy made with butter, flour, milk, salt, and pepper if preferred.
- Breakfast Sausage: Mild breakfast sausage is my go-to, but spicy or maple sausage works great too. Turkey sausage or another pork sausage can also be used. You can even swap the sausage for cooked bacon.
- Cheddar Cheese: I use shredded cheddar cheese, but Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or Pepper Jack are all tasty options.
- Veggies: Diced onions or bell peppers are easy add-ins if you want to sneak in some veggies. Sauté them with the sausage before assembling the casserole.
How to make Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Step 1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces, then arrange the biscuit dough pieces evenly across the bottom of the pan.
Step 2. Cook the breakfast sausage in a large skillet until no longer pink. Drain the grease, then spread the cooked sausage evenly over the biscuit pieces.
Step 3. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the cooked sausage.
Step 4. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk, adding salt and pepper to taste. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the shredded cheese.
Step 5. Prepare the peppered gravy mix according to package directions, then pour the gravy evenly over the egg mixture.
Step 6. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven and serve!
Recipe Tips
- Check for doneness: The eggs should be set in the center and the biscuits golden brown and cooked through. If the top is browning too quickly, loosely cover the pan with an aluminum foil tent and continue baking.
- Love extra gravy? Prepare 2 packages of gravy mix and use about 1½ packages in the casserole. Keep the remaining gravy warm to spoon over each serving.
- Add a little kick: Use spicy breakfast sausage, Pepper Jack cheese, or add a splash of hot sauce just before serving.
Make Ahead, Storage & Reheating
This biscuits and gravy casserole is a great make-ahead breakfast for holidays, brunch, or busy mornings. Here's how to prepare it ahead and keep any leftovers fresh:
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole as directed, but don't bake it. Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator overnight. When ready to bake, remove the plastic wrap and let the casserole sit at room temperature while the oven preheats. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if needed.
- Storage: Allow leftovers to cool, then transfer them to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat individual servings in the microwave in 30-second increments until heated through. For several servings, cover the baking dish with foil and reheat in the oven until warmed through.
- Freezing: Once fully baked and cooled, place individual portions in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This biscuits and gravy casserole is filling enough to serve on its own, but it also pairs well with a few simple sides for breakfast or brunch. Try serving it with:
- Fresh fruit or berries: A light option that balances out the casserole.
- Hash browns: My Slow Cooker Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is great when feeding a crowd.
- Cinnamon rolls: Add my Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Rolls for something sweet.
- Coffee, tea, or orange juice: Any of these are easy options to round out the meal.
Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole FAQ’s
I don't recommend leaving out the eggs because they help hold everything together and give the casserole its texture. If you need an egg-free option, I recommend using a recipe specifically developed without eggs rather than simply omitting them.
Yes, although the texture will be different from the oven-baked version. Add the ingredients to the slow cooker, placing the biscuit pieces on top, and cook on HIGH for about 4-5 hours, or until the eggs are set and biscuits are cooked through.
A soggy casserole usually means the biscuits need more time to bake through. Make sure the biscuit pieces are cut evenly and check the center before removing the casserole from the oven. If the top is getting too brown before the center is done, loosely cover it with foil and continue baking.
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Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
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Ingredients
- 1 (8-count) package refrigerated biscuits such as Pillsbury Grands
- 6 large eggs
- 1 (2.3 oz) packet peppered gravy mix
- 1 lb mild breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Cook the sausage: Cook the breakfast sausage in a large skillet until no longer pink. Drain the grease and set aside.
- Add the biscuits: Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces and arrange the biscuit dough pieces evenly across the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Layer the casserole: Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the biscuit pieces, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Add the eggs: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk, adding salt and pepper to taste. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cheese.
- Add the gravy: Prepare the peppered gravy mix according to package directions, then pour the gravy evenly over the egg mixture.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. Let it sit at room temperature while the oven preheats, then bake as directed. A chilled casserole may need a few additional minutes.
- Doneness: If the top is golden brown but the center isn’t fully cooked, loosely cover with an aluminum foil tent and continue baking until the eggs are set and biscuits are cooked through.
- Extra Gravy: For extra gravy, prepare 2 packages and use about 1½ packages in the casserole. Serve the remaining gravy on the side.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Denise Brininger says
I made this today. It was absolutely delicious! My daughters and I loved it. Even my great granddaughter who is 3 loved it. I will be making it again❤️❤️I did have a question. Were you supposed to make the gravy or just mix it and pour it over?
Kristin Hayes says
You prepare the gravy as directed on the package, and then pour it over the casserole! So glad you enjoyed!
Kate says
Has anyone froze this recipe and baked it later?
Kristin Hayes says
I haven’t tried that, but it “should” work great. I have frozen the leftovers and they thawed great and reheated perfectly, so I don’t see why it wouldn’t work from unbaked as well!
Joyce says
I get requests for this every time my club has a potluck breakfast. I do add a small can of green chilies. I put it together in the evening, except for the gravy, put it in the fridge, then in the morning I warm up the gravy, pour it on and bake. So easy. (I admit I have NEVER gotten the prep time down to 10 minutes, WOW)
Kristin Hayes says
Great idea on the green chilies! Glad you enjoy and thanks for the fabulous feedback!!
Melody T says
We have made this recipe for several years for Christmas morning. It is delicious and easy and we come back to it every year!
Kristin Hayes says
Yay!! Love hearing this!! Its a Christmas morning favorite in my house too!!
Sara says
Do you leave uncovered or cover with foil?
Kristin Hayes says
Uncovered! Enjoy!
Ashley says
Since the page was just updated, it no longer says how many eggs or much milk? What amounts are used for eggs and milk?
Kristin Hayes says
Sorry for any confusion, if you scroll to the recipe card, everything is listed! You can click the “jump to recipe” button at the top, or just scroll to the bottom. Hope you enjoy!
Michael Raymond Krug says
I have looked at two recipes today, sloppy joe and biscuit and gravy. Neither one mentioned how sausage or hamburger to use. 1lb, 2lbs? It should help.
Kristin Hayes says
I double checked those recipes and if you scroll to the printable recipe card at the bottom, you will see the amounts listed. You can also click the “jump to recipe” button at the top. Hope that helps!
Liz says
My son in law and his friend loved this recipe! Will definitely make it again!
Kristin says
Yay! So glad they enjoyed!!
BevC says
I’ve made this twice for my church group and once for my friends. IF there’s any leftovers, they argue over who gets to take them.
Easy to throw together.
Kristin says
Yay!! Love hearing this and so glad it is a loved recipe!!
Angela says
My family loves this and so easy to make. Thank you for sharing it.
Kristin says
Yay!! Glad you enjoyed!!