Cheesy Sausage Balls
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Cheesy Sausage Balls—a savory, flavor-packed crowd-pleaser perfect for parties, brunches, or snacking any time of day! Made with juicy ground pork sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of garlic and black pepper for a bold kick, these bite-sized treats are baked to golden perfection. A touch of milk ensures the perfect texture, while a dash of baking powder guarantees a delightful fluffiness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these easy-to-make sausage balls are ideal for hosting or meal prep. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like ranch or marinara, for a snack that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfectly cheesy, perfectly savory, and oh-so-satisfying, these sausage balls are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork sausage
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork sausage, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients together with your hands or a sturdy spatula until the mixture is well combined. It should form a slightly sticky but moldable dough.
Gradually add the milk into the mixture to help bind the ingredients. Mix thoroughly after each addition. You might not need the full 1/4 cup—just use enough to ensure the mixture holds together when rolled.
Scoop out small portions of the dough (about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter) and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through. An internal temperature of 160°F (70°C) ensures the sausage is fully cooked.
Remove the sausage balls from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or marinara sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.8 g | 265% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.4 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 577 mg | 192% | |
| Sodium | 7261 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 163.1 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 1769 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
