Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

There isn’t a better way to start the day than with a big scoop of Biscuits and Gravy Casserole. You’ve got eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, gravy, and cheese all in the same dish. Refrigerated biscuit dough and prepared peppered gravy keep this breakfast casserole simple, but you can also go the homemade white gravy route. I love how everything bakes together into one hearty breakfast that’s easy to serve to a crowd.

For another Southern-style comfort-food meal, this Chicken Fried Steak fits right into the same cozy menu.

How to Make Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

This breakfast casserole layers biscuit dough with cooked sausage, bacon, eggs, milk, cheddar cheese, and gravy. Use the printable recipe card below for the complete measured ingredient list and exact baking instructions.

Step 1: Add the Biscuits, Sausage, and Bacon

Cut the biscuit dough into quarters, then add the pieces to the bottom of a greased baking dish. Spread the cooked sausage and bacon bits over the biscuit dough.

Step 2: Add the Eggs and Cheese

Whisk the eggs and milk together in a mixing bowl, then season with salt and pepper. Layer half of the cheddar cheese over the sausage and biscuits, then pour the egg mixture over the cheese.

For another easy dish that works well on a brunch table, these Deviled Eggs can be prepared separately while the casserole bakes.

Step 3: Add the Gravy

Pour the gravy over the eggs, then sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 4: Bake the Casserole

Bake the Biscuits and Gravy Casserole until the biscuits are cooked through and the eggs are set in the center.

Pro Tip: If you’re using homemade biscuits, use the raw biscuit dough rather than already-baked biscuits.

Recipe Tips

• Cut the biscuit dough evenly. Similar-sized pieces help the biscuits cook at the same rate.
• Check the center before removing the casserole. If the center is still underdone, the casserole needs additional baking time.
• Use biscuit dough, not baked biscuits. The dough needs to bake inside the casserole along with the eggs and gravy.
• Let homemade gravy cool slightly. If you make your own gravy, allow it to cool briefly before pouring it over the egg layer.
• Assemble in layers. Biscuits go on the bottom, followed by sausage and bacon, cheese, egg mixture, gravy, and the remaining cheese.

If you’re building a larger Southern-style menu, Honey Butter Cornbread adds a sweet, buttery bread option alongside the savory casserole.

Serving Ideas

Biscuits and Gravy Casserole is already a complete breakfast with biscuits, eggs, sausage, bacon, cheese, and gravy, so the sides can stay simple.

• Fresh fruit
• Hash browns or breakfast potatoes
• Scrambled or fried eggs for a larger crowd
• Fresh berries
• Coffee or orange juice

For a lighter side at a larger brunch, Thanksgiving Salad adds fresh greens and texture to a table filled with richer dishes.

If you’re planning food for a gathering that continues into lunch, Really Good Pasta Salad can also be prepared ahead.

Make-Ahead Instructions

This Biscuits and Gravy Casserole is a great make-ahead breakfast. Assemble everything up to the baking step, cover the casserole tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate it overnight.

When you’re ready to bake, remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30–40 minutes. Then bake it according to the normal recipe instructions.

For another meal that requires very little work at serving time, these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are useful when you need an easy dinner later in the day.

Storage

Let leftover casserole cool, then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

For general storage guidance, FoodSafety.gov lists baked egg casseroles for 3–4 days in the refrigerator and 2–3 months in the freezer.

If you want something sweet after brunch, this Pineapple Pound Cake makes an easy dessert option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this Biscuits and Gravy Casserole be made the night before?

Yes. Assemble the casserole completely up to the baking step, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate it overnight.

The source recipe recommends taking it out of the refrigerator and letting it sit at room temperature for about 30–40 minutes before baking it normally. This keeps the method consistent with the original recipe rather than simply adding extra baking time to a very cold casserole.

How do I store leftover Biscuits and Gravy Casserole?

Let the casserole cool before transferring the leftovers to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Can you freeze Biscuits and Gravy Casserole?

The original source recipe does not give a tested freezing method. However, baked egg casseroles can generally be frozen after cooling completely.

For the best texture, wrap the cooled casserole or individual portions tightly, freeze, then thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Because the source does not provide an exact reheating time for frozen casserole, heat it until the center is thoroughly warmed rather than relying on a fixed time.

Can I make homemade gravy for this recipe?

Yes. The recipe specifically allows homemade white gravy instead of prepared peppered gravy. Use your favorite homemade sausage or white gravy recipe and add it at the same stage where the prepared gravy would normally be poured over the casserole.

Why are my biscuits still doughy in the center?

The casserole may need more baking time, or the biscuit pieces may have been cut too large. Cut the biscuit dough into evenly sized quarters and check the center of the casserole before removing it from the oven.

Can I use homemade biscuits?

Yes, but use unbaked biscuit dough, not already-baked biscuits. The biscuit dough needs to bake inside the casserole.

Can I use only bacon instead of sausage?

Yes. The source recipe’s help section confirms that bacon can be used if you don’t want sausage. The overall flavor will be different, but the casserole structure remains the same.

Should the gravy cool before I pour it over the casserole?

If possible, let freshly prepared gravy cool for about 10–15 minutes before pouring it over the egg and cheese layers.

What can I serve after Biscuits and Gravy Casserole?

If you want a simple dessert for a brunch menu, Pineapple Pound Cake works well because it can be sliced and served easily after the casserole.

Recipe Card

Use the recipe card below for the complete measured ingredients and exact step-by-step instructions.

Biscuits and Gravy Casserole Recipe

Print Recipe

In this Biscuits and Gravy Casserole, biscuits are topped with bacon, sausage, white peppered gravy, eggs, and cheese and baked in a 13 x 9 dish in the oven.

• Author: Maya Collins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 80 mins
• Yield: 10, 10 servings 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 1/2 lb bacon
• 6 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 lb sausage
• 8 Grands biscuits
• 2 cups cheddar cheese (separated)
• 2 3/4 oz peppered gravy mix packet (makes 2 cups)

Instructions

1. Cook bacon, crumble into smaller pieces then set aside. Preheat the oven to 350. Grease a 13×9 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
2. Whisk together eggs and milk then season with salt and pepper and set aside.
3. Brown the sausage in a skillet until cooked through making sure to crumble into pieces then drain and set aside.
4. Make gravy according to packet instructions and set aside.
5. Cut biscuit dough into quarters then add to the bottom of the greased dish.
6. Spread cooked sausage and bacon bits over the top of the biscuit dough.
7. Next layer 1 cup of cheddar cheese over meat. Pour whisked eggs over the cheese and finally pour gravy over the top and finally the remaining cheese on top.
8. Bake for 50 minutes, or until biscuits are cooked through and eggs are set up then serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 452 kcal
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 868 mg
• Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 13 g
• Carbohydrates: 12 g
• Fiber: 0.3 g
• Protein: 20 g
• Cholesterol: 170 mg

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