Sausage Balls

These 3-ingredient sausage balls are a real crowd pleaser, whether you serve them as a breakfast or brunch treat, a party appetizer, a game-day nibble, or a holiday hors d’oeuvre. Savory sausage, store-bought biscuit mix, and sharp Cheddar cheese team up for savory, cheesy flavor that can’t be beat. These are so yummy! My family makes every Christmas morning.

Crowd-pleasing sausage balls are sure to elevate any occasion, from holiday breakfasts to potlucks and tailgates. Plus, this sausage balls recipe couldn’t be easier to make with just a few basic ingredients!

Sausage Balls Ingredients

Believe it or not, these sausage balls come together quickly with just three ingredients:

· Sausage: This sausage balls recipe starts with a pound of ground pork sausage. Use hot ground sausage for a spicy kick.
· Baking mix: Use a store-bought mix, such as Bisquick, or make your own at home with pantry staples.
· Cheese: These sausage balls wouldn’t be complete without shredded Cheddar.

Optional mix-ins: black pepper, cayenne pepper, diced onions, diced celery, red pepper flakes, diced jalapenos, pimento cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder

How to Make Sausage Balls

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make these top-rated sausage balls:

1. Mix the sausage and baking mix together.
2. Stir in the cheese.
3. Roll the mixture into balls. Transfer to a baking sheet.
4. Bake until the balls are golden brown and the sausage is cooked through.

Can You Make Sausage Balls Ahead of Time?

Yes! These sausage balls are a great make-ahead breakfast or appetizer. Make them a day or two in advance, then follow the storage instructions below.

How to Store Sausage Balls

Allow the sausage balls to cool, then transfer them to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for three to four days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven.

Can You Freeze Sausage Balls?

Yes, you can freeze uncooked or cooked sausage balls.

To freeze uncooked sausage balls, roll the balls and place them on a baking sheet. Flash freeze them overnight, then transfer them to zip-top freezer bags. Wrap in foil and freeze flat for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge and bake according to the recipe directions.

To freeze cooked sausage balls, bake the sausage balls and allow them to cool completely. Flash freeze them overnight, then transfer them to zip-top freezer bags. Wrap in foil and freeze flat for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat in the oven or in the microwave.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork sausage, at room temperature
• 2 cups biscuit baking mix
• 1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Combine room temperature sausage and biscuit mix in a large bowl; mix with your hands until well combined. Add shredded Cheddar cheese and mix until fully incorporated. Roll mixture into about 30 walnut-sized balls; transfer to a baking sheet.
3. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and sausage is cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes.