Description
Savory Southern Sausage Balls bring classic Southern comfort to your appetizer spread, combining zesty sausage, sharp cheddar, and hearty Bisquick for an irresistible bite-sized treat. Guests will crave these spicy, cheesy morsels that deliver a perfect balance of flavor and texture in each delightful pop.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound sausage (can use spicy)
Dairy and Cheese:
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup milk
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups Bisquick
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure smooth removal.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground pork sausage, Bisquick baking mix, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and whole milk until the mixture becomes uniform and well-integrated.
- Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, carefully form the mixture into bite-sized spheres approximately 1 inch in diameter, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Arrange the sausage spheres on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow proper heat circulation and prevent them from merging during baking.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 22-26 minutes, monitoring until the exterior turns a rich golden brown and the cheese develops a slight crispy edge.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the sausage balls to rest for 3-4 minutes, which helps them maintain structural integrity and makes handling easier.
- Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or snack, optionally accompanied by a dipping sauce of your choice for added flavor complexity.
Notes
- Prep your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools before starting to ensure a smooth cooking experience.
- Choose high-quality sharp cheddar cheese for maximum flavor and a more robust taste in your sausage balls.
- Keep sausage balls warm by placing them in a slow cooker on low heat if serving at a party or gathering to maintain their delicious temperature.
- Freeze uncooked sausage balls for up to 3 months by placing them on a baking sheet, freezing until solid, then transferring to a freezer bag for quick future appetizers.
- Make these balls ahead of time by preparing the mixture and shaping them a day in advance, storing covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda to add unique twists to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg