Description
Delicious and savory sausage balls made with ground pork sausage, cheddar cheese, baking mix, and cream cheese. Perfect as appetizers or snacks, these golden-baked bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and come out tender with a crispy exterior.
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 the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. If using foil, lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, use a mixer to combine the cream cheese and ground pork sausage until well blended. Add the baking mix and mix thoroughly. Then add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
- Form the Balls: Portion out about 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll each portion into a ball approximately 1-inch in diameter. Using a #50 scoop is helpful to maintain uniform size. Arrange the balls evenly spaced over the prepared two sheet pans.
- Bake: Place the sheet pans in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes or until the sausage balls are lightly browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F for safe consumption.
Notes
- You can use mild or hot sausage depending on your heat preference.
- If you prefer a different cheese, Monterey Jack or pepper jack can be used for variation.
- Make sure to check the internal temperature to ensure the sausage is fully cooked.
- For easier cleanup, parchment paper is preferred over foil.
- Sausage balls can be served warm or at room temperature and make excellent party appetizers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90 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 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
