Sausage Balls Recipe Courtesy Paula Deen
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Paula Deen’s Sausage Balls recipe—a savory, cheesy bite-sized treat perfect for parties, game-day gatherings, or quick snacks. These irresistible sausage balls combine flavorful ground pork sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese for a creamy element, and classic biscuit baking mix to create a perfectly tender texture. Customize the taste with optional spices like paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a golden bake in under 20 minutes, these easy-to-make bites deliver a crowd-pleasing snack that’s delicious straight from the oven. Serve them warm, and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork sausage
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Biscuit baking mix
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 teaspoons Optional spices (paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, biscuit baking mix, and softened cream cheese.
If desired, add optional spices like paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper for additional flavor.
Using your hands or a spoon, mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture holds together.
Form the mixture into bite-sized balls, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Space the balls an inch or so apart to allow even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let the sausage balls cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm as a snack or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.4 g | 374% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.9 g | 635% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 11284 mg | 491% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.6 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.5 g | ||
| Protein | 188.0 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2739 mg | 211% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 852 mg | 18% | |
*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.
