Southern Sausage Biscuits
These tender, flaky biscuits are perfectly complemented by savory breakfast sausage, making them an ultimate comfort food indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base of your flaky biscuits.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Essential for light, airy layers.
- ½ teaspoon baking soda Enhances the biscuit's rise.
- 1 teaspoon salt Balances flavors.
- 6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed Contributes a rich creaminess.
- ¾ cup cold buttermilk Brings everything together.
For the Sausage
- 1 lb breakfast sausage Hearty star of the dish.
- to taste sliced cheddar or American cheese Optional for adding a cheesy twist.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
- Stir in the cold buttermilk until the dough just comes together; do not overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and fold it a few times to bring it all together.
- Roll the dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut out rounds with a biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, shape the breakfast sausage into patties and cook in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Drain sausage patties on paper towels.
Assembly
- Split each biscuit in half horizontally and place a sausage patty inside each one.
- Add cheese if desired and top with the other biscuit half.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Tips: Always use cold ingredients for flakiness and do not overwork the dough.