Sausage Breakfast Dumplings
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Sausage Breakfast Dumplings

8 servings
These breakfast sausage dumplings, biscuits wrapped around savory sausage and swaddled in a pepper-flecked cream gravy, land somewhere between cozy casserole and diner-style indulgence. It’s the kind of morning bake that feels unashamedly comforting.

Ingredients

  • can southern homestyle buttermilk biscuits

    such as pillsbury grands

    1
  • frozen cooked breakfast sausage patties

    thawed and halved, such as jimmy dean

    8
  • plus 2 tablespoon melted unsalted butter

    divided

    ¼ c
  • all-purpose flour
    ¼ c
  • whole milk
    3 c
  • worcestershire sauce
    1 tsp
  • kosher salt
    1 tsp
  • freshly ground black pepper

    plus more for garnish

    ¾ tsp
  • garlic powder
    ½ tsp
  • onion powder
    ½ tsp
  • hot sauce

    optional

    ¼ tsp
  • sharp cheddar cheese

    shredded

    4 oz

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Separate biscuits; split each biscuit horizontally to form 16 rounds. Flatten rounds slightly. Place 1 sausage half in center of each round; wrap dough around sausage, and pinch to seal.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Place seam side down in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Brush with 2 tablespoons melted butter.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and set, 18 to 20 minutes.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Meanwhile, heat remaining 1/4 cup butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook, whisking constantly, until smooth and lightly bubbling, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Stir in Worcestershire, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and hot sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking often, until slightly thickened, 5 to 8 minutes.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Pour gravy evenly over partially baked dumplings. Sprinkle with Cheddar.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Bake in the preheated oven until gravy bubbles and cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Garnish with more black pepper and serve. Recipe developed by Marianne Williams

    Step 7
Sausage Breakfast Dumplings
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Sausage Breakfast Dumplings

50 min8 servings495 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a breakfast that's both deeply comforting and satisfyingly simple? These Sausage Breakfast Dumplings deliver on both, offering a cozy casserole experience perfect for lazy mornings or special brunches.

What makes this dish a true standout is the ingenious combination: tender buttermilk biscuits wrapping savory sausage, all enveloped in a rich, pepper-flecked cream gravy. It's an unashamedly indulgent morning bake that elevates familiar breakfast flavors into something truly special.

You'll bite into a pillowy biscuit, discover a juicy, seasoned sausage patty, and savor the velvety embrace of a creamy, cheesy gravy. Each forkful is a harmonious blend of textures and savory notes, with hints of garlic, onion, and a subtle warmth from black pepper. The sharp cheddar cheese melts beautifully into the sauce, adding a wonderful tang and richness. This recipe yields 8 generous servings, with each serving providing a hearty 495 calories of pure breakfast bliss.

Feel free to personalize your breakfast dumplings. While sharp cheddar adds fantastic flavor, you could experiment with a milder cheddar or even a Monterey Jack for a different profile. If you love a bit more kick, don't hesitate to increase the hot sauce or add an extra pinch of black pepper to the gravy. For a subtle smoky depth, a dash more Worcestershire sauce can also enhance the savory notes.

These Sausage Breakfast Dumplings are ideal for a leisurely weekend breakfast, a festive holiday brunch, or any occasion when you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to something truly special. Serve them straight from the oven, perhaps with a simple fruit salad to balance the richness.

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