Keto Sausage and Biscuit Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 biscuits
Nutrition Values (per serving):
- Calories: 390
- Total Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 107mg
- Sodium: 530mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 6g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 16g
Ingredients:
For the Biscuits:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Sausage Patty:
- 1 lb ground sausage (look for sugar-free, keto-friendly options)
- 1 tsp ground sage
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions:
For the Biscuits:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the almond flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and sour cream until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Divide the dough into four portions and shape them into biscuit rounds.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
For the Sausage Patty:
- While the biscuits are baking, prepare the sausage patty. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage with the sage, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- Form the seasoned sausage into four equal-sized patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the sausage patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
Assembling the Keto Sausage and Biscuit:
- Once the biscuits and sausage patties are cooked, slice each biscuit in half.
- Place a sausage patty between the biscuit halves to create a keto-friendly breakfast sandwich.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
This keto sausage and biscuit recipe provides a hearty, satisfying breakfast option for those following a low-carb, high-fat diet. Each serving has 390 calories with 34 grams of total fat, 16 grams of protein, and just 6 grams of total carbohydrates. The high fat content makes this meal very satiating, making it an excellent choice for those on the keto diet.
The almond flour used in the biscuits is a low-carb alternative to traditional wheat flour, while the sausage patty provides both flavor and protein. The addition of cheddar cheese to the biscuits adds a delicious, cheesy element that complements the savory sausage patty.
Remember to check the nutritional information on your specific sausage brand to ensure it aligns with your keto goals, as some sausages may contain hidden sugars or additives. You can also customize this recipe by adding keto-friendly condiments like mayonnaise, mustard, or avocado slices for extra flavor.