These Cheesy Sausage Biscuit Sliders are the perfect combination of fluffy, golden biscuits, savory seasoned sausage, and gooey melted cheese. Each biscuit is baked until beautifully browned on top, then filled with a juicy sausage patty and melted cheese for a comforting bite that’s hard to resist. They’re hearty, satisfying, and packed with classic breakfast flavor.

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Perfect for breakfast, brunch, game days, or a casual family gathering, these little sandwiches are easy to prepare and even easier to serve. The buttery biscuit exterior contrasts beautifully with the tender sausage and creamy melted cheese inside. Serve them warm from the oven with eggs, hash browns, fresh fruit, or your favorite breakfast sauce for a complete meal.

Why You’ll Love These Sausage Biscuit Sliders

  • Buttery and golden: The biscuits bake up fluffy inside with a beautifully browned, flavorful crust.
  • Savory sausage filling: Seasoned sausage adds rich, meaty flavor to every bite.
  • Melted cheese: A layer of cheese brings everything together with creamy, gooey goodness.
  • Perfect for sharing: Their small size makes them ideal for brunches, parties, and family breakfasts.
  • Make-ahead friendly: The sausage can be prepared in advance, making assembly quick and convenient.

Ingredients

For the Biscuits:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ¾ cup cold buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, for brushing
  • 1 tbsp melted butter, for finishing

For the Sausage Filling:

  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp dried sage
  • ½ tsp kosher salt, if needed

For the Cheese:

  • 6 slices cheddar cheese, halved
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Optional Toppings:

  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Hot honey
  • Maple syrup
  • Hot sauce
  • Country gravy

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the biscuit dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and garlic powder. Add the cold cubed butter and cut it into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add the buttermilk: Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently stir just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the biscuits tough.
  4. Shape the biscuits: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently pat it to about ¾-inch thickness. Cut out approximately 10–12 small biscuits using a 2½-inch biscuit cutter. Place them close together on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Prepare the sausage: In a bowl, combine the ground sausage with smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried sage. Mix gently until the seasonings are evenly distributed.
  6. Form the sausage patties: Divide the sausage into 10–12 portions and shape each into a small, thin patty slightly wider than the biscuits, since the sausage will shrink as it cooks.
  7. Cook the sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the sausage patties for approximately 3–4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C). Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  8. Bake the biscuits: Brush the tops of the biscuits with beaten egg. Bake for 14–18 minutes, or until puffed and deeply golden brown.
  9. Add the cheese: Split the warm biscuits carefully in half. Place a sausage patty inside each biscuit and top with half a slice of cheddar and a little shredded Monterey Jack.
  10. Melt the cheese: Arrange the assembled biscuit sliders on the baking sheet and return them to the oven for 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese melts.
  11. Finish the sliders: Brush the biscuit tops with melted butter and sprinkle with a little fresh parsley if desired.
  12. Serve: Serve the sausage biscuit sliders warm. For an extra indulgent finish, drizzle them with hot honey, maple syrup, or serve them alongside warm country gravy.

Tips for the Best Sausage Biscuit Sliders

  • Keep the butter cold: Cold butter creates pockets of steam during baking, giving the biscuits a lighter, fluffier texture.
  • Don’t overwork the dough: Mix only until the ingredients come together to avoid dense biscuits.
  • Make thin sausage patties: The sausage shrinks during cooking, so slightly larger patties fit the biscuits better.
  • Use a flavorful cheese: Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or pepper Jack all melt beautifully.
  • Don’t overcook the sausage: Cook until it reaches 160°F (71°C) and remove it from the heat to keep it juicy.
  • Serve them warm: These sliders are at their best when the biscuits are fresh and the cheese is still melted.
  • Add a sweet-and-savory finish: A small drizzle of maple syrup or hot honey pairs especially well with the sausage.

Nutrition (per serving, serves 10)

Calories: ~390 | Protein: 17g | Carbohydrates: 27g | Fat: 24g | Fiber: 1g | Sodium: ~760mg

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