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Sausage Cheese Ball
Sausage Cheese Balls are a beloved Southern-style party favorite, often served as appetizers or at brunches. Combining spicy pork sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and biscuit mix, they’re bite-sized and packed with flavor. This recipe became popular in the mid-20th century for its simplicity, make-ahead convenience, and crowd-pleasing taste. Easy to freeze and reheat, they remain a go-to dish for gatherings and holidays.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Appetizer, Brunch
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 75 balls
Calories 32 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb fat pork sausage
  • ½ lb sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 ½ cups biscuit mix (like Bisquick)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Sausage

  • Brown pork sausage in a skillet.
  • Drain well and place on paper towels to remove excess grease.

Step 2: Mix Ingredients

  • Shred cheese.
  • Melt cheese in double boiler.
  • Add sausage and biscuit mix.
  • Shape tablespoons of the mixture into small balls.

Step 3: Bake

  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Place sausage balls on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 4: Freeze Option

  • Place unbaked sausage balls on a cookie sheet and freeze until firm.
  • Transfer to a freezer bag.
  • Bake when ready to serve.

Tips

  • Use spicy sausage for extra kick.
  • Try different cheeses like pepper jack or smoked gouda.
  • Add finely chopped jalapeños or herbs to the mix.
  • Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard.
  • Use gluten-free biscuit mix for a GF version.

Nutrition

Calories: 32kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 33IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword cheddar cheese, finger food, freezer friendly, party food
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