Sausage Cheese Balls
Shruthi
Sausage Cheese Balls are a savory appetizer made with sausage, cheese, and biscuit mix.They bake into golden, flavorful bites perfect for parties and gatherings.The recipe is simple, versatile, and customizable to any flavor preference.These delicious snacks are satisfying, cheesy, and always crowd-approved.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American, southern
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick)
- ¼ cup milk (optional, for softness)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine sausage, cheese, baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
Add a little milk if mixture feels too dry.
Mix until fully combined.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
Arrange on the baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
Let cool slightly before serving.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Choose hot sausage for a spicy version.
- Add milk only if the mixture is crumbly.
- Avoid overbaking to keep them moist.
- Leftovers reheat well in an air fryer.
Keyword Classic Southern Recipe, crispy cheese appetizer, Easy finger food, homemade sausage balls, party snack ideas