sausage balls recipe
Make this easy sausage balls recipe with just 3 ingredients. Perfect for parties, game day, or breakfast. Crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork sausage mild, spicy, or your favorite variety
- 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese room temperature is best
- Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine sausage, Bisquick, and cheese. Use your hands or a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. Mix until just combined.
- Form Balls: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place them about 1 inch apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and the sausage is cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Garnish with parsley if desired and serve with honey mustard, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Don't overmix: This can make the sausage balls dense. Mix until just combined.
- Room temperature ingredients make mixing easier and more even.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes and even baking.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Give each ball space to cook evenly.
- Check internal temp: Sausage should be cooked to 160°F internally.