When I have to make breakfast for a crowd, whether it be family or a potluck, I am looking for easy and delicious. As the mom of small kids, I don’t have lots of time in the morning. My favorite breakfast recipes are those where I can do all of the meal prep the night before and just pop something in the oven in the morning when things are more hectic. This Sausage, Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole contains all my favorite breakfast items in one dish. If you have ever indulged in a biscuit with sausage and egg at your local fast food establishment then you know those flavors just work. Did I mention that it’s super cheesy too? Just because. When you’re done here, try our Cheesy Bacon Breakfast Casserole and if you have little ones at home you will love these 15 Toddler Recipes.
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Sausage Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole
This breakfast casserole recipe is so easy to prepare because it uses refrigerated biscuit dough.
I cut each biscuit into six pieces. The easiest way to do this is to use a pizza cutter.
For this breakfast casserole recipe I used a 3 quart casserole dish. I am all about my casserole dish with carrier. It makes it so easy to take this breakfast to a meeting or gathering.
I used eight frozen sausage patties for this breakfast casserole. Just heat and cut into small pieces. Bacon would work well too. Mmmmm…bacon.
You just layer all your ingredients into the casserole dish.
Add some eggs and milk.
Don’t forget the cheese! Once your pour the eggs and cheese on top you can bake it or place it in the refrigerator overnight and bake it the next morning.
When you wake up, pop it in the oven and try and be patient as this Sausage, Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole cooks up. It is worth the wait and is so good you won’t have a crumb left just like our Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole.
Sausage, Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole - Food Fun Friday
Author: Vicky
Recipe type: Breakfast
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Serves: 8 pieces
This hearty breakfast can be made the night before and is perfect for a holiday morning!
Ingredients
- 16 oz container of biscuits
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1½ cups of shredded cheddar/jack mix
- 2 cups cut up breakfast sausage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Open up a package of biscuits and cut each into 6 pieces.
- Spread cut biscuits in the bottom of the greased casserole dish.
- Cook breakfast sausage according to package directions. Cut into bite sized pieces and spread over top of biscuits.
- Sprinkle ½ cup of shredded cheese over the sausage.
- Beat 6 eggs with milk and pour over the biscuits and sausage.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top and add a shake of salt and pepper.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes until the eggs are set.
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I love the idea of this. I am going to try using the rolled sausage with green peppers and onions. How much does this feed? I have a family of 5 and when we eat breakfast I never use less than a dozen eggs.
I’ve always used it for 8, but it depends on the portion size. I think your variation sounds yummy!
Can it sit overnight in the fridge??
Yes it can!
Is this sitting in the fridge over night uncooked and cooked in the morning or cooked first?
Thank you!
Yes Lisa, uncooked overnight and bake in the morning. Thanks for stopping by!
MY FRIEND STICKS IT IN THE OVEN AND SETS THE TIMER FOR THE OVEN TO START COOKING. IT WAS GOOD, SO I DON’T GUESS IT HURT IT, LOL. I DON’T KNOW IF I WOULD DO THAT 🙂
you risk food poisoning by leaving the raw egg mixture at room temp or slightly above it for a long period of time! bacteria harmful to humans thrive in warm environments close to our body temperature. refrigerate it and arise early to bake it in time for breakfast.
Yes, Cendy, you are right. I would not do that. Once your pour the eggs and cheese on top you can bake it or place it in the refrigerator overnight and bake it the next morning.
I’ve made this twice now and it’s very easy and taste great. I’ve made it with ground meat and sausage, both taste really good.
Thank you!
If this was made in a crock pot how long would it take? On high or low?
Hi Sarah, I have never made this recipe in a crock pot, so honestly I have no idea how it would turn out. If you try it and it works please let me know.
there is a crockpot breakfast casserole recipe on pinterest that is about the same, but has shredded hashbrowns instead of biscuit dough. It cooks for 4-5 hours on low. Hope the helps.
Good to know! Thanks so much Lawanda!
Hi Sarah, All Free SlowCooker Recipes had this guide, I hope it helps, I haven’t used it, so I can’t vouch for it.
Oven or Stove Top Low Cooker Setting High Cooker Setting
15-30 min 4-6 hours 1 1/2 -2 1/2 hours
35-45 min 6-8 hours 3-4 hours
50 min-3 hours 8-10 hours 4-6 hours
Hi just seen your recipe for breakfast casserole looks good, I am from uk, what would be the English version of a biscuit base, pizza dough?
Cheers
Thanks for your comment Richard. I am not sure if pizza dough would work. If you were feeling particularly ambitious I suppose you could make biscuit dough and use that. If you try, the pizza dough, please let me know if it works.
If I was going to do it with pizza dough I would bake that first, cut into cubes and then proceed with the rest of the menu.
could I make this more than one day ahead of time? e.g. Friday for sunday? If its refrigerated?
Thanks.
I have never tried that Denise and am not sure how that would work. Please let me know how it works if you try it.
I would like to use a cholesterol-free liquid egg product (i.e.-Eggbeaters) instead of regular eggs. Should I still add the milk and mix?
I have never tried that, so I can’t say for certain, but that sounds like it would work.
Do you think this recipe could be made in a throw away casserole tin?
I think that would work well Samantha. Thanks for stopping by!
Also good using diced ham
Love that idea Colleen!
If you chill overnight,do you bring back to room temp or increase bake time?
No it goes straight from the refrigerator to oven with no increase in cook time. Thanks for stopping by!
I used this recipe this morning and it was EGGcellent and EASY. Everyone loved it! Thanks, Vicky!
Thanks so much for the kind words Don! It means a lot. Have a great new year!
Hi Vicky,
Thank you for this recipe. It looks awesome. Once I make this can I cut in squares and freeze them to heat before work in the morning? I’m looking for something to make easy to reheat on work days.
Hi Christie, I had leftovers once when I made this and was able to freeze it and it was fine when defrosted so this should work. Happy New Year!
Do you have to refrigerate it are can you just make it in the morning and cook it then.
You can easily make it in the morning and cook it then. Happy New Year Donna!
I’m going to make it tomorrow and put it in the freezer. I will pull it out on Friday night so it can thaw overnight and then bake it Saturday morning together with Rhodes Bubble Bread (found in the Rhodes web site). Should make an excellent brunch.
Yum! Sounds like a great meal Judy. Happy New Year!
tried this recipe this morning and it was a HIT ! I did add two chopped jalapenos at my hubby’s request …
I LOVE hearing that Janet. Oh, I can’t wait to try your spicy variation! Happy New Year!
I forgot to spray my glass Pyrex 9×13.. Think I need to spray another Pyrex dish and dump in?? :/ I made two of these and took to church breakfast for supper. Yummy! But I sprayed those dishes..
Hi Miss Vicky! Does it make much of a difference if I use a regular nonstick metal pan, or would you prefer glass? Also, do the biscuits come out doughy? Could I bake the biscuit/sausage mixture prior to adding the eggs?
I have only ever made it in a glass casserole dish so I can’t speak to metal. The biscuits do not come out doughy. Thanks for stopping by! Happy New Year!
Thank you, same to you! It came out perfectly 🙂 thank you, Miss Vicky for this wonderful recipe!
SO happy to hear that! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such kind words.
January 13, 2016
Vicky, I’m looking forward to making this recipe. I’d like to know the calorie count, fat and carbs. I am diabetic. Also, if I added asparagus to this recipe would it change the texture or the cooking time? Would I need to cook the asparagus first and for how long? I’ll appreciate hearing from you.
My family is visiting this weekend for my 65th Birthday. I thought this would be yummy!!!
Thanks,
Shirley
Hi Shirley, thanks for stopping by and hope you have a wonderful birthday. I have never calculated the calories, or carbs, but it can probably be done just by checking the ingredients. Turkey sausage would help cut down on fat and they sell lower fat biscuits that you could use. I think asparagus would be a wonderful addition and it would not affect cooking time.
Hello, planning on maling this in the morning….do you bake it covered or uncovered?
Uncovered. Enjoy!
Was curious if anyone has added in a layer of has browns to it?
Never tried that Cristina, but if you do let me know how it works.
This casserole was a big hit at our Easter Brunch. Thanks!
Thrilled to hear it! Thanks for the feedback Cheryl!
Can I use a can of the Grands biscuits, or is they too big? Many thanks!
I think they should work but the casserole might be a little more doughy. You can try adding one more egg as well.
I know its been several months since u posted this, but I wanted to add that I did use the grands biscuits, and I would suggest just using enough of them to cover the bottom of the pan. I used the whole thing, since the recipe called for a 16 oz can I thought it would have the same result. LOL I was very wrong! It was very bready, obviously, but it had good flavor so it wasn’t a loss. But I would definitely suggest NOT using the whole can ?
I’m collecting recipes for freezer meals. Would I bake this, cool, and then freeze? Or assemble, freeze it raw, thaw, then bake? Which do you think would work best?
I forgot to add my milk to my eggs I pray that it still come out Perfect
I made this for my 9th grade advisement. they devoured it! I mean not a crumb left over!! My only changes were that I scrambled 1 roll of Jimmy Dean sausage, used Grands Flaky Honey Biscuits, I also used 10 eggs. (6 wasn’t enough).
This recipe was fabulous — so easy and my husband flipped out over the deliciousness! Thank you! Will definitely be making many more times.
By the way, I subbed pepperjack cheese and turkey bacon, and it turned out wonderfully. Added some minced onion, grated parmesan, and cayenne pepper, too.
Oh Denise, I love the additions you made – may have to try them. Thanks for the kind feedback!
Can’t wait to try this next time I have company. Thanks
What type of biscuits do you use for this recipe? Flaky, Home style, Southern style, etc.? Thank you!
I used an 8 pack of grands biscuits. Thanks for stopping by!
I forgot the milk while talking to husband and preparing casserole. I’m so sad casserole looks amazing any way I could save it?
Hmmm. You have two options, both of which I haven’t tried – cook it without the milk and see what happens (I imagine it would be quite dry though) or just pour the milk on top and hope for the best. I would try the second option I think.
I have made this recipe many times and absolutely love it!!! So easy to make but I agree with some others, it needs more eggs… at least 8 but best with 10.
Glad you liked it! I will try it with more eggs next time. Thanks for the tip.
Loved this! I didn’t have enough sausage, so I added real bacon bits and sausage. Turned out great!!
I love this recipe!! I added cooked hash browns to the mix! And I always whip up gravy with my sausage grease to use as a dip for the casserole!! The family loves it!!!
Thanks so much for the kind words Wendy!
I don’t have hashbrowns which I usually use, but I do have the Grands biscuits. I think what I am going to do is to pre-bake the biscuit layer, just until it rises but not browns. Then add the rest of the ingredients so the base is not soggy.
I tried this today with only the alternation of using 10 eggs & it was fantastic!!! Thank you so much for sharing.
Hi, can this be left in the fridge for two nights? Thank you!
Hi Tarissa, I have never tried that and I’d be nervous about the eggs.
I like to experiment with my breakfast. ..how ddo you think it would work out it i substitute the milk for carmel coffee creamer. …do you think that would.work……..my family has a SWEET TOOTH…..
Hi Kathy, I have no idea if it would work. My initial thought would be no, but if you try and it and it works please let me know as it sounds like a delicious variation!
I make this at least once a month for church breakfast. It is amazing. So quick and easy, plus everyone devours it! The only thing I do different is I double the eggs and cook it on 400 for 35-40 min
I made this as progresSively to add 8 eggs instead of 6. Took it to board meeting this morning and everyone raved about it! Next time I will add someushrooms, a little chopped onion, and a little chopped bell pepper…just for the veggies. Thanks for sharing!
Not as progresSively…but “as written”…I hate autocorrect on my PC!
If I wanted to make ahead and freeze, should I freeze after assembly then thaw and bake? Or should I assemble and then freeze and thaw and warm it before serving? Thanks.
I have never tried freezing it before, only making it the night before and placing it in the refrigerator. I am not sure what would be the better method. If you try it, please let me know as other people may ask in the future. Thanks for stopping by!
Can I use the already fully cooked crumbled sausage you can find in the frozen section? If so, can I just put it in with the other ingredients and refrigerate it if I plan on making it the next morning? Or do I need to heat it, then pour it in with the other ingredients?
I do use that kind of sausage but I always heat it in the mircowave according to package directions before adding it to the casserole.
I made this today and followed the recipe exactly. The biscuits were still raw in the center of the casserole, so I put it back in the oven for longer, but the outside browned too much and the center was still underdone. Have you had issues with the biscuits not cooking eveniy throughout, or do you foil it to keep from browning too much on the outside?
Hmmm…I have never had that issue and reading through the comments I don’t think anyone else has. So sorry to hear that it didn’t work out. Maybe in the future covering it in foil would help.
I just pulled this casserole out of the oven after 40 minutes and the biscuits are sooo runny and doughy. We have now been waiting for over an hour for it to cook. Disappointed our Christmas casserole did not turn out.
Sorry to hear that. It’s so weird that things turn out like that sometimes. I got a comment an hour after you from someone who made it and loved it.
Made this this morning for Christmas Morning Breakfast. I used bacon and added sautéed Mushrooms and Green Peppers. I also used a Mexican cheese blend. It was so good! My family loved it. This will be definitely be made again.
Glad to hear you enjoyed it! Happy holidays and thanks for the kind words!
I LOVE this recipe! Our family makes it every time we have weekend visitors – it is simple, feeds many and everyone asks for the recipe. I am wondering if this is something that will freeze well? And if so, at what point in the process do I stop and freeze? We have a baby due in a few weeks and I’m doing much food prep/freezing. Any suggestions for making this recipe freeze-ready are appreciated!
I was wondering can I add red chili, potato and bacon to the recipe. I want a breakfast casserole that has biscuit, egg, some form of potato, bacon sausage, red chili and cheese that I can bake and them refrigerate so I can cut some out, heat it up and eat it quick on the way to school.
Those sounds like great additions. I have never tried them so I can’t speak to if the cooking time would be exactly the same, but if you try it please let me know how it works out.
I want to add hash browns to this and use half the biscuits do you think it would turn out well?
I haven never tried that Jessica so I don’t know for sure. It sounds like a yummy variation though so if you do it, let me know how it turns out.
Can you freeze it, if not how long will it stay in fridge.
I have cut it up into individual portions, frozen it and reheated it. So it is freezer friendly.
Hi Vicky!
Would I need to alter anything if I use smoked turkey sausage instead? Thank you!
Hi Annette, I have never tried it with smoked turkey sausage so I am not sure. I would think it shouldn’t effect anything.
Hi
This recipe sound yummy 1 I got a question about the biscuit dough. In Ecuador we don’t have biscuits, I have never cooked them either on top of that I’m a rookie! I’m thinking what would turn out if I use bread? Maybe croissants cut in pieces?
What do you think?
I have never tried that, but I like the idea of the croissants. Wish I could be of more help. if you try it please let me know how it turns out. Thanks for stopping by.
This is amazing with gravy!
This was hecka good! Made it exactly how you said using a roll of mild bulk sausage!! Winner, winner, egg breakfast dinner! Thanks
Thanks for the kind words Erin!
I read where others have said they used 10 eggs. If I use 10 eggs would I also increase the amount of milk? If so, how much?
Looks delicious. Can’t wait to try it.
Is it doughy at all bc of biscuits? Has anyone ever cooked the cut up biscuits for 5 minutes or so before adding rest of ingredients and then finish cooking? Also is it better to let it set for a few hours or overnight before cooking? Does it turn out better?
I have not found it to be doughy anytime I have made it. I always like leaving it for a few hours or overnight since the biscuits soak up more of the eggs, but it is good either way.
This has been our Sunday special go-to breakfast for the last 2 years. Absolutely fantastic, as simple as it is.
We usually make it by browning a pound of breakfast sausage (the kind that comes in a roll), and using that in place of the sausage patties. We’ve also made it with bacon, turkey sausage, and others – all great!! We also use 8 to 10 eggs without changing any of the other ingredients amounts to give it a bit more body. I’ve never had it come out doughy, as many commenters seem to be concerned about. We also sometimes prepare it the night before for a quick-to-prepare holiday breakfast. We always keep a roll of sausage and a tube of biscuits on hand for when we need breakfast casserole!
To make it EXTRA-special, use Pillsbury flaky layers biscuits or similar.
Definitely give this recipe a try – it’s becoming a family tradition in my house, and the wife loves it!
Last tip… You can build the raw biscuits into two stacks and get all your cutting done in 6 cuts – easy!!
Jeffrey, thank you so much for the kind words! It is a favorite here as well. What can be bad about sausage, egg and biscuits. Thanks for the wonderful tips!!
This looks perfect for a Sunday morning breakfast I’m planning for overnight guests.
Does anyone know the nutritional info? Calorie count per serving?
Thanks.
This looks very,very good but I don’t have any canned biscuits. I was wondering if I could use homemade biscuit dough? Sounds real yummy.
I say it’s worth a try Renee!