Sausage Balls with Apples and Dried Cranberries
Perfectly blending savory, sweet, and tangy notes, these Sausage Balls with Apples and Dried Cranberries are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Featuring juicy ground sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and the natural sweetness of grated apple and dried cranberries, this recipe delivers a flavor-packed bite in every ball. Lightly spiced with black pepper and balanced with a hint of salt, these sausage balls are baked to golden perfection for a delightfully crisp exterior and tender interior. Quick and simple to prepare in just 40 minutes, they make an exceptional appetizer or snack, especially when paired with honey mustard or cranberry dipping sauce. These bite-sized treats are portable, freezer-friendly, and perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or game-day parties, ensuring they’ll steal the spotlight at any event!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground sausage
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Grated apple (approximately 1 medium apple)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add the grated apple and chopped dried cranberries to the sausage mixture. Stir to incorporate these ingredients into the mixture.
Pour in the milk and mix until the dough comes together. If the mixture feels too dry, add another tablespoon of milk, one at a time, until it holds its shape.
Using a tablespoon or small scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake the sausage balls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. You can test for doneness by checking for an internal temperature of 160°F (72°C).
Remove the sausage balls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack. They pair wonderfully with a dollop of honey mustard or cranberry sauce for dipping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.0 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 6139 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.4 g | ||
| Protein | 128.4 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 938 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*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.
