Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
This hearty biscuits and sausage gravy breakfast pizza is the perfect cozy start to your day. After making it many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the flakiest biscuit crust. Plus, it’s better than takeout and my family begs for it. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chimichurri Sauce Recipe for Grilling and Dinner and Quick Cajun Scallops in Creamy Mustard Sauce Dinner.
Why This Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, flaky biscuit crust
- Juicy, flavorful sausage gravy
- Easy to make, better than takeout
- Perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast
What You'll Need for Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Pizza dough
- Breakfast sausage
- Milk
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Butter
- Egg
- Salt
- Pepper
- Shredded cheese
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
- Honey
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pizza dough: You can use store-bought or homemade dough.
- Breakfast sausage: Mild or spicy, depending on your preference.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Pizza stone — Ensures even baking and a crispy crust. → See on Amazon
- Cast iron skillet — Perfect for cooking the sausage gravy and baking the pizza. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
- Prepare the dough: If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature. If making homemade, follow your recipe.
- Cook the sausage: Crumble the breakfast sausage into a skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Make the gravy: Whisk in flour, milk, and seasonings. Cook until thickened.
- Assemble the pizza: Roll out the dough, spread the gravy, add cheese, and crumble the cooked sausage on top.
- Bake the pizza: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
- : For flakier biscuits, use cold butter and don't overwork the dough.
- Common mistake and fix: If the gravy is too thick, add more milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
- : For a crispier crust, bake the pizza on a preheated pizza stone.
- : To prevent a soggy crust, don't add too much gravy and use a pizza pan or stone.
Storing & Reheating Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the dough and cook the sausage ahead of time.
Freezing Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Not recommended for this recipe.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, but the crust may lose its crispiness.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier pizza, add some red pepper flakes to the gravy.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the breakfast sausage with ground beef or turkey.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If the crust is not browning, increase the oven temperature or bake it separately before adding the toppings.
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Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Breakfast sausage
- Milk
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Butter
- Egg
- Salt
- Pepper
- Shredded cheese
Seasonings
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Italian seasoning
- Honey
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature. If making homemade, follow your recipe.
- Cook the sausage: Crumble the breakfast sausage into a skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Make the gravy: Whisk in flour, milk, and seasonings. Cook until thickened.
- Assemble the pizza: Roll out the dough, spread the gravy, add cheese, and crumble the cooked sausage on top.
- Bake the pizza: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier pizza, add some red pepper flakes to the gravy.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the breakfast sausage with ground beef or turkey.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If the crust is not browning, increase the oven temperature or bake it separately before adding the toppings.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for this recipe.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, but the crust may lose its crispiness.
- Make ahead: You can make the dough and cook the sausage ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sat. Fat: 18g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza FAQs
Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight.
If the gravy is too thin, let it simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry. If it's too thick, add more milk.
Yes, you can use any melting cheese you prefer, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
To prevent a soggy crust, don't add too much gravy and use a pizza pan or stone.
Yes, you can make this pizza in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
