Description
These Sausage Balls are a savory, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Made with ground pork sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, baking mix, and cream cheese, they bake to golden perfection with a flavorful, moist interior.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork sausage (mild or hot)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
- 2 cups all-purpose baking mix (like Bisquick)
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup, and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray if using foil.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, use a mixer to blend the cream cheese and ground sausage until well combined. Then add the baking mix and mix thoroughly. Finally, incorporate the shredded cheddar cheese until just mixed.
- Form Balls: Portion out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture for each sausage ball, rolling each into approximately 1-inch diameter balls. Using a #50 scoop helps maintain uniform size. Arrange the balls evenly on the prepared sheet pans.
- Bake: Bake the sausage balls in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until they are lightly browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit for safety.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, use hot sausage instead of mild.
- You can substitute the all-purpose baking mix with self-rising flour plus baking powder if preferred.
- Make sure not to overmix once the cheese is added to keep the balls tender.
- Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
- These sausage balls can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to refresh crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
