Description
Delicious and savory sausage balls, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground sausage (opt for turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner alternative)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (choose sharp cheddar for a more pronounced flavor)
- 2 cups Bisquick mix (can be replaced with gluten-free baking mix)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (swap in other fresh herbs like thyme for a twist)
- 1/2 cup milk (just a splash gives the right consistency)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (essential for enhancing depth; omit only if necessary)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (complements the savory taste without overpowering)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground pepper elevates the taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, Bisquick mix, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and minced parsley. Stir until well blended.
- Gradually pour in the milk, mixing until you achieve a thick, sturdy consistency.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on the outside and aromatic.
- Let the sausage balls cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm.
Notes
- These sausage balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg