Description
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza combines two breakfast favorites into one irresistible dish. This recipe starts with a fluffy biscuit crust, baked until golden brown, serving as the base. A creamy and savory sausage gravy is spread over the crust, made from seasoned breakfast sausage, flour, milk, and a touch of black pepper for a rich flavor.
The pizza is topped with scrambled eggs, shredded cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella), and optionally crumbled bacon or chopped green onions for added flavor. Baked to perfection, this dish delivers a hearty and comforting breakfast that’s perfect for sharing with family or friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Here’s what you’ll need to make this Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza:
For the Biscuit Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- ¾ cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
For the Sausage Gravy:
- 1 lb Halal breakfast sausage (choose chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
For Topping:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, or a mix)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- Halal Sausage: Using Halal sausage ensures that this dish is in line with dietary preferences and can be enjoyed by everyone without compromising on flavor.
- Flaky Biscuit Crust: The homemade biscuit crust adds a light, buttery base that pairs wonderfully with the creamy sausage gravy.
- Creamy Gravy: The sausage gravy is made from scratch, offering a rich and savory topping that makes this dish stand out.
- Cheese: Shredded cheese adds a melty, gooey layer that complements the savory sausage and creamy gravy.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create the perfect Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza:
Make the Biscuit Dough:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
- Add the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
- Add the Milk: Pour in the milk and stir until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should be slightly sticky.
- Shape the Dough: Transfer the dough to the prepared pizza pan. Press it out into a round pizza shape, creating a thicker edge around the perimeter to form the crust. It should be about ½ inch thick.
- Bake the Biscuit Crust: Place the pizza pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Prepare the Sausage Gravy:
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat the Halal sausage over medium heat. Break the sausage into small pieces as it cooks, browning it until it is fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the sausage mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux, which will thicken the gravy.
- Add the Milk: Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Assemble the Pizza:
- Top the Biscuit Crust: Once the biscuit crust is baked, spoon the sausage gravy evenly over the top, spreading it out to cover the surface of the crust.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the sausage gravy. You can use a combination of cheddar and mozzarella for a great melt and flavor.
- Bake the Pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives, if desired. Slice into 6-8 pieces and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8
- Calories: 400-450 calories
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 15g