Sausage Balls
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4.9
Sausage Balls
Description
This recipe starts with mixing ground pork sausage, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and biscuit mix. The biscuit mix provides structure and leavening, helping the sausage balls hold their shape while baking. Adding up to a quarter cup of milk adjusts the mixture’s moisture, ensuring a cohesive dough-like texture that can be rolled into balls.
The sausage balls are portioned into tablespoon-sized rounds and baked at 350°F until golden brown, which generally takes 20 to 25 minutes. The baking yields a savory snack or appetizer with a crispy outer edge and tender, cheesy inside. The cheddar imparts sharpness, complementing the richness of the sausage.
These sausage balls make an appealing option for parties or casual meals, served warm and approachable to eat by hand.
Ingredients
- 2 cups biscuit mix such as Bisquick
- 1 pound cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- 1 pound ground pork sausage or Italian sausage
- up to ¼ cup milk as needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine biscuit mix, cheese, and ground sausage. Mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together, adding up to ¼ cup of milk as needed.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop 1 tablespoon of sausage and roll it into a ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the sausage balls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- If biscuit mix is unavailable, you can make a substitute by combining 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/3 cup shortening.
- Use regular ground pork sausage rather than lean sausage to maintain moisture and flavor in the sausage balls.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 48balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 113 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 113 | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 220mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 150IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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