
This Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza brings everything you love from a Southern breakfast onto one chewy crispy slice. Imagine the classic comfort of sausage gravy and biscuits wrapped into an easy-to-share pizza that works for brunch family breakfasts or even a fun dinner night.
I first made this breakfast pizza for our annual holiday brunch and we laughed about how quickly it disappeared. Since then it is my top pick for tricking sleepy teens into sitting at the table on Sunday mornings.
Ingredients
- Breakfast sausage crumbles: provide all the hearty and savory flavors you want in traditional biscuits and gravy. Choose one with a little spice for extra kick
- All-purpose flour: thickens the gravy for that signature creamy texture. Make sure your flour smells fresh before using
- Milk: keeps the gravy silky and is crucial for both the sauce and the eggs. Whole milk creates the richest results but any will work
- Pre-baked pizza crust: saves time and gives you a reliable base for all the toppings. Look for one with a light golden color and no cracks
- Large eggs: are the star of the breakfast layer. Try to use eggs with bright yolks for best flavor
- Shredded Cheddar cheese: brings gooey meltiness. Sharp Cheddar adds more punch but whatever you have on hand will be delicious
- Crispy fried onions: give a fun crunchy finish. Grab a fresh container and taste a few to make sure they are crisp and not stale
- Cooking spray and optional olive oil: make cooking and texture easier
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Sausage Gravy:
- Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Once fully cooked and little browned check for any extra fat and spoon it off if it looks like too much. Sprinkle flour over the sausage in the skillet and stir it through until the flour coats every bit and disappears. Slowly add the milk letting it absorb between splashes while constantly stirring. The gravy will start off thin but keep cooking and stirring for about ten minutes until it thickens to your preferred consistency. Finish with a hefty dose of cracked black pepper and taste. Set aside
- Set up the Pizza Base:
- Turn your oven to four hundred degrees and let it preheat while you get the crust ready. Place your pizza crust on a large baking sheet. If you want a more golden and flavorful crust lightly brush on some olive oil
- Spread about half the sausage gravy evenly across the pizza crust making sure you reach the edges for every bite to have flavor
- Cook the Eggs:
- Whisk the eggs with a splash of milk until the mixture looks fluffy and a little frothy. Spray a skillet so nothing sticks then pour in the egg mixture. Stir with a rubber spatula over medium heat scraping gently until the eggs are just set and still creamy looking. You want them a bit soft since they will finish cooking in the oven
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Layer the scrambled eggs right on top of the sausage gravy base. Scatter the shredded Cheddar cheese all over the eggs for melty goodness in every bite
- Bake the Pizza:
- Put your assembled pizza into the oven letting it bake for ten to fifteen minutes. Watch for the cheese to melt into bubbles and the crust to become a crisp golden brown at the edges. That is your cue to pull it out
- Serve:
- Right before serving toss a mound of crispy fried onions on top of the hot pizza. Cut the pizza into slices and hand out while it is still warm for the best experience

You Must Know
- Perfect option for brunch parties
- Heats up beautifully for leftovers
- Great for freezer prep if you wrap individual slices
The sausage gravy always reminds me of family camping trips when breakfast basics tasted extra special cooked outdoors. Shredded Cheddar is my forever favorite for this recipe because it melts into every nook and cranny making each bite extra satisfying.
Storage Tips
Keep leftover pizza slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For best results reheat in the oven at three hundred fifty degrees so the crust gets a little crispy again and the cheese remelts. If you want to freeze cool the pizza completely then wrap slices in plastic wrap followed by foil and freeze for up to one month.
Ingredient Substitutions
If you do not have breakfast sausage swap in cooked ground chicken or turkey plus a dash of sage for flavor. Use your favorite shredded cheese blend if Cheddar is not available. For the gravy any milk will work but non-dairy alternatives may slightly change the flavor.

Serving Suggestions
This breakfast pizza is great on its own but pairs well with a simple fruit salad or a cup of fresh orange juice. For extra flair top each slice with chopped chives or a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce.
Cultural Context
Biscuits and gravy is a beloved staple in Southern kitchens while breakfast pizza is a fun American diner classic. Combining these brings both nostalgia and playfulness to the table. You can make this as a centerpiece for a holiday breakfast or anytime you want to shake up your weekend routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use a homemade pizza crust?
Yes, a homemade crust works beautifully—just bake it until lightly golden before adding toppings to ensure a crisp base.
- → What kind of sausage is best?
Breakfast sausage is recommended for its mild, savory flavor. You can also try spicy or maple varieties for extra flair.
- → Can this dish be made ahead?
Prepare sausage gravy and scramble eggs in advance. Assemble before baking to keep crust crisp and toppings fresh.
- → Are there topping variations I can try?
Absolutely. Consider crumbled bacon, chives, green onions, or even a drizzle of hot sauce for added flavor and color.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Keep leftover slices refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.