The Best Vegan Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

The best vegan sausage gravy recipe served over fluffy homemade vegan buttermilk biscuits is the best Southern breakfast! Dairy-free, no meat, and so easy to make. Ready in 30 minutes.

I’m not gonna lie — I miss sausage gravy. It was a staple in our Mississippi home and I couldn’t wait to get to my grandmother’s house on Saturday morning for that very reason.

The smell of her kitchen was intoxicating. But, once those biscuits hit my plate covered with hot and savory sausage gravy, I was in heaven. There was nothing like it.

So, eventually, I knew I’d have to try and recreate that memory full of all the smells and flavors that I remember.

Let me explain something, we Southerners take our biscuits and gravy very seriously. So, I knew this recipe had to be as realistic as possible. Otherwise, I risked being disowned by family and friends.

Well, I’m happy to announce I have succeeded. This vegan sausage gravy is absolutely amazing and to say I shed a tear or two at first bite would not be exaggerating.

I can’t wait for you to try this recipe and hopefully experience a little bit of the joy and deliciousness I knew as a child.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Honestly, there are tons of reasons but here are just a few that make this vegan sausage gravy amazing.

• Completely Vegan: No dairy and no animal products. But, that’s not all. This recipe doesn’t use any fake vegan butter, olive oil, or fake store bought vegan meats. It’s also extremely low in fat and loaded with protein.
• Fast & Easy: The gravy itself can be made in as little as 10 minutes. But, if you haven’t made the sausage crumbles or biscuits you’re still looking at no more than 30 minutes total for one of the best experiences of your life.
• Healthy Comfort Food: Don’t let the word “healthy” scare you. This gravy recipe is everything you want just without all the crap.
• Memories: If you grew up on this type of food you get to relive a healthier version of your former self without sacrificing flavor. This recipe is one your family will love and remember.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Vegan Sausage Crumbles: I created these vegan sausage crumbles just for this recipe. And, they are spot on!
• Non-dairy Milk: homemade cashew milk works best for this recipe because of it’s crem
• Flour: I prefer organic unbleached all purpose flour because it gives it that signature white color of sausage gravy. But, you can also use whole wheat flour or white whole wheat flour.
• Herbs: dried and rosemary are all you need. You could add a little sage if you wish but there is plenty in the crumbles.
• Seasoning: black pepper

How To Make Vegan Sausage Gravy

1. Preheat a large nonstick skillet or pan over medium-high heat and add the vegan sausage crumbles. Stir for a minute or two allowing them to heat up.
2. Reduce the heat to medium, sprinkle the flour evenly over the crumbles, and pour in the milk. Stir constantly for 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and you get your desired consistency. Then add the rosemary, thyme, black pepper and stir. Taste and season as needed.
3. Serve hot over homemade biscuits.

That’s it! If you want it a little fancier you can add some color by garnishing with a sprinkle of paprika when serving.

Helpful Tips & Notes For The Best Vegan Sausage Gravy

• I prefer not to make the gravy, crumbles, or biscuits ahead of time because I love everything fresh. But, you could totally make one or several of these things beforehand to save time.
• If you don’t have TVP for the crumbles you can make tofu or tempeh sausage crumbles using the same method and ingredients.

Vegan Sausage Gravy FAQ’s

What kind of non-dairy milk is best for vegan gravy?

Homemade cashew milk will give you the best results. It’s thick more like a cream and just a hint of sweetness that works beautifully with the savoriness of the sausage flavor.

If cashew milk is unavailable unsweetened soy milk or oat milk will work. You could use unsweetened almond milk but you probably won’t get the rich and thick consistency of gravy.

Can this recipe be made gluten-free?

Yes, it’s very easy. First, use gluten-free flour for both the biscuits and the gravy. And, use tamari in the sausage crumbles instead of soy sauce.

How long will vegan sausage gravy last?

Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

It will thicken up a bit before you reheat. To reheat simply place the gravy in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add 1-2 tablespoons of non-dairy milk, and stir until it’s warm.

Can vegan sausage gravy be frozen?

Yes! Place the sausage gravy in portion-sized freezer-safe containers and tuck them away until you’re ready to enjoy.

When you are ready to partake, remove the gravy from the freezer, add some non-dairy milk to the saucepan, warm over medium heat until it starts to bubble and enjoy. 

More Vegan Breakfast Recipes

I hope you enjoy this Vegan Sausage Gravy recipe. Please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

NOTE: This recipe was inspired by the great Nora at Nora Cooks.

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