Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls
Satisfy your hunger with cheddar bay sausage ballsready in minutes perfect for snacks or parties and bursting with flavor
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 30 to 35 bite-sized sausage balls
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound spicy or mild ground pork sausage (fresh, not precooked)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (packed tightly)
- 1 1/2 cups Bisquick baking mix (packed firmly)
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure it’s fully heated before baking.
- In a large bowl, combine ground sausage, shredded cheddar, Bisquick, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and smoked paprika if using. Mix gently by hand without overworking.
- Roll mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 tablespoon each), roughly 1 inch in diameter, making 30 to 35 balls.
- Place sausage balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, spacing about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Optionally broil for 2 minutes for crispier edges.
- Remove and cool for 5 minutes before serving.