Description
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a savory and cheesy appetizer made with a blend of hot sausage, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Bisquick. Perfectly baked until golden brown, these bite-sized treats are ideal for parties, brunches, or snacks.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb hot sausage, uncooked
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1¼ cups Bisquick
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the sausage balls.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl or using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment, thoroughly mix the hot sausage, softened cream cheese, Bisquick, and shredded cheddar cheese until the mixture is well combined and uniform.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a spoon, roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls to ensure even baking and perfect bite sizes. Place the balls on a rimmed baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Bake: Bake the sausage balls in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Use hot sausage for a spicy kick; you can substitute with mild sausage if preferred.
- For easier shaping, chilling the mixture for 30 minutes before rolling can help.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Bisquick provides the perfect binding and texture; do not substitute with flour alone.
- These sausage balls can be made ahead and frozen before baking; just add a few extra minutes to baking time when cooking from frozen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
