Egg sandwich on biscuit, with sausage
Common food
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A savory handheld breakfast staple, this sandwich layers a fluffy, savory egg patty and a seasoned sausage link or patty between two tender, buttery biscuit halves. The experience is a delightful contrast of textures: the crumbly, soft biscuit yields to the juicy sausage and the creamy, rich egg. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of energy, packing a significant amount of its calories from fats and protein to fuel a busy morning.
💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the ultimate comfort-food trifecta: the rich, savory interplay of egg, sausage, and buttery biscuit creates a deeply satisfying, nostalgic flavor. Its handheld nature makes it a beloved, no-fuss choice for a hearty breakfast on the go.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination can be high in saturated fat and sodium, which may be a concern for heart health or blood pressure management. The refined carbohydrates in the biscuit can also lead to a quicker blood sugar rise. To balance this, pair it with a side of fibrous fruit like berries or an apple, and consider drinking water instead of a sugary juice.
Key benefits
- High in protein for sustained satiety
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains essential fats for nutrient absorption
- Convenient, portable meal format
- Source of B-vitamins from egg and pork
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The modern breakfast sandwich, as we know it, gained massive popularity in the U.S. in the 1970s, largely thanks to fast-food chains standardizing and mass-producing the biscuit and English muffin versions.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 46.8 g |
| Energy | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 11.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 21.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 18.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 47.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.9 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 13.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 291 mg |
| Potassium, K | 173 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 665 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.05 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 19.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.27 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.29 mg |
| Niacin | 3.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate, total | 52.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 22.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 30.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 67.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 97.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.48 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 78.0 ug |
| Retinol | 77.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 4.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 4.0 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 154 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.99 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.5 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 9.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 1.4 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.60 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.3 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 2.5 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.5 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.26 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.6 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 150 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
How does the nutrition change if I add cheese?
Adding a slice of American or cheddar cheese typically adds about 70-100 calories, 6-9g of fat (mostly saturated), and 4-6g of extra protein, along with a notable increase in sodium.
Is the biscuit the main source of calories?
Yes, the biscuit itself, made with flour and fat (like butter or shortening), usually contributes about 35-45% of the total calories and the majority of the carbohydrates in the sandwich.
Can I make a lighter version at home?
Absolutely. Use a whole-wheat or low-fat biscuit, opt for turkey sausage or a lean chicken sausage patty, and consider using egg whites or a whole egg with an extra white to boost protein while cutting some fat.