Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray 9x9-inch glass or ceramic baking dish with nonstick spray.

Step 2

Cook breakfast sausage in large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains, 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 3

Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder in medium bowl. Add buttermilk and stir until sticky batter forms, adding more buttermilk if needed. Gently stir in cheese and cooked sausage.

Step 4

Pour melted butter into prepared baking dish. Add biscuit dough on top and spread evenly. Cut dough into 9 squares.

Step 5

Bake on middle rack for 25-30 minutes, rotating once, until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.