Make Ahead Bisquick Sausage Ball Appetizers
Perfect for holiday gatherings, game day spreads, or casual entertaining, these Make Ahead Bisquick Sausage Ball Appetizers are a savory, crowd-pleasing snack that's as convenient as it is delicious. Made with a flavorful blend of mild or spicy pork sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and Bisquick baking mix, these bite-sized morsels are elevated with cream cheese for extra moisture and a hint of garlic and onion powder for depth. Ready in just 35 minutes, they can also be prepped and frozen ahead of time, making them an excellent choice for stress-free entertaining. Serve them warm with a dipping sauce for a touch of indulgence, and watch as they disappear from the table. These easy sausage balls are your go-to recipe for make-ahead appetizers that are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Bulk pork sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1.5 cups Bisquick baking mix
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and pork sausage. Use your hands or a sturdy spoon to mix them together until fully blended.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, Bisquick baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the sausage mixture. Mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. You should end up with about 40 sausage balls.
Place the sausage balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked sausage balls to a serving platter and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.
To make ahead: After rolling the sausage balls, place them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen sausage balls to a resealable plastic bag or airtight container, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, preheat the oven, place the frozen sausage balls on a baking sheet, and bake for 22-25 minutes at 375°F (190°C), or until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.5 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.8 g | 559% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 683 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 7372 mg | 321% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.2 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 150.7 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2128 mg | 164% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1608 mg | 34% | |
*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.
