Cheesy Sausage Balls are savory bite-sized appetizers made with ground sausage, cheddar cheese, and biscuit mix—perfect for parties, game day, or a quick snack.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:30 sausage balls 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground pork sausage
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick)
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, combine sausage, cheddar cheese, biscuit mix, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
Mix until well combined. You may need to use your hands to thoroughly incorporate all ingredients.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
You can prepare the sausage balls ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze until ready to bake.
Use spicy sausage for an extra kick of flavor.
Serve with dipping sauces like honey mustard, ranch, or marinara.
Make sure cheese is finely shredded for better mixing and texture.