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Sausage Balls

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Golden, savory sausage balls that are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside, perfect for holiday gatherings or as a quick snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground pork breakfast sausage mild or hot, depending on preference
  • 2 cups baking mix or substitute with 2 cups all-purpose flour + 1 tbsp baking powder + 1 tsp salt
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk or enough to bring mixture together
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sausage, baking mix, shredded cheddar, egg, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  3. Scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared sheet about 1 inch apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15–20 minutes, rotating the pan once, until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer reads at least 160°F (71°C) in the center.
  2. Let cool for 5 minutes on the pan before transferring to a wire rack or serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mg

Notes

These sausage balls are freezer-friendly and can be made ahead. For a lighter version, replace half the baking mix with fine breadcrumbs.
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