Easy Sausage Balls with Cheese Made from Scratch
This easy recipe focuses on using simple ingredients and avoids the need for a box of Bisquick or traditional baking mix, ensuring fresh and flavorful results every time.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground sausage pork, turkey sausage, chicken, or spicy sausage for extra spice
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Eggs whisked
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Add Eggs: Add whisked eggs into the dry ingredients and stir with a spoon until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This step ensures the best sausage balls are tender and not too dens
- Combine Sausage and Cheese: In another large bowl, mix 1 pound sausage (pork, turkey, or spicy) and 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the dry mix to the sausage and cheese, kneading until combined. Add a tablespoon of milk if needed.
- Shape Balls: Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment paper-lined or nonstick-sprayed sheet pan.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown. Cool slightly and serve.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Freezing: Freeze uncooked sausage balls for up to 3 months. Bake frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
- Tips: Use a cookie scoop for uniform size. Pre-cook turkey sausage for extra flavor.