1. Make the biscuits
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Stir in buttermilk until dough just comes together.
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Turn onto a floured surface, fold a few times, then roll to about 1-inch thickness.
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Cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter and place on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
2. Cook the sausage
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Shape sausage into patties slightly larger than the biscuits (they shrink as they cook).
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Cook patties in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
3. Assemble the biscuits
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Split warm biscuits in half.
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Place a sausage patty inside each biscuit.
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Add cheese if desired, then top with the other biscuit half.
Tips & Variations
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Cheesy upgrade: Add a slice of cheddar or pepper jack cheese.
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Smothered in gravy: Make classic Southern sausage gravy with pan drippings, flour, and milk.
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Spicy twist: Use hot sausage or a dash of hot sauce.
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Make ahead: Freeze cooked biscuits in foil; reheat in the oven or microwave.
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Sweet & savory: Drizzle with honey or top with a fried egg for brunch.
Final Thoughts
These Southern Sausage Biscuits are warm, hearty, and bursting with flavor—exactly what a classic Southern breakfast should be. Serve them fresh from the oven for weekend brunch, or make a batch ahead for quick, satisfying mornings. With so many variations, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen.