Description
Delicious and easy-to-make sausage balls featuring a savory blend of ground pork sausage, cheddar cheese, baking mix, and cream cheese baked to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or party appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray if using foil.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, use a mixer to combine the cream cheese and sausage until well blended. Add the baking mix and mix well. Then add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until just incorporated.
- Form Balls: Portion out about 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll each one into a ball approximately 1-inch in size. A #50 scoop can be used for consistent sizing. Spread the balls evenly over the prepared sheet pans.
- Bake: Bake the sausage balls for 15 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
Notes
- Use mild or hot sausage depending on your spice preference.
- If you don't have baking mix like Bisquick, you can substitute with a homemade mix of flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Make sure the sausage balls are uniformly sized to ensure even baking.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to guarantee doneness and food safety.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
