Dinner

Waffles with Savory Sausage Gravy Recipe

Bylina moretti December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

Introduction

Waffles and gravy is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Crispy waffles serve as the base for a rich, savory sausage gravy that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. This recipe is simple to make and sure to become a family favorite.

A stack of three thick, golden brown waffles with a crispy texture forms the bottom, topped with a generous layer of creamy sausage gravy that is light beige with small chunks of sausage spread evenly over the waffles. The dish is placed on a round white plate with a thin dark rim, sitting on a white marbled surface. In the background, there is another plate stacked with waffles, slightly out of focus, and a dark pan adding depth to the composition. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup salted butter (melted)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups whole milk (warm)
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 pound pork sausage (ground)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups whole milk

Instructions

Step 1: Whisk together the melted butter, warm milk, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
Step 2: Add the sugar, baking powder, and flour to the wet ingredients. Whisk again until the batter is smooth and fully mixed.
Step 3: Cook the waffles in a preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions until golden and crisp.
Step 4: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until fully browned and crumbled.
Step 5: Sprinkle the ¼ cup of flour over the cooked sausage and stir to evenly coat the meat.
Step 6: Slowly add 2 cups of whole milk, stirring constantly. Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 7: Cook the gravy over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens.
Step 8: Serve the warm sausage gravy generously spooned over freshly made waffles. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the gravy.
Use turkey sausage for a leaner version of the gravy.
Swap whole milk for buttermilk in the waffle batter for a tangy twist and tender texture.
If you prefer, you can prepare the waffles ahead and keep them warm in a low oven while making the gravy.

Storage

Store leftover waffles and gravy separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat waffles in a toaster or oven to keep them crispy, and warm the gravy gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.