Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls
Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls are a savory, cheesy appetizer combining spicy sausage with sharp cheddar and buttery biscuit mix for a crowd-pleasing snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 sausage balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spicy sausage, raw
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups biscuit baking mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the raw sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, biscuit baking mix, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form mixture into 1-inch balls and place evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with garlic powder and dried parsley flakes.
- Brush the sausage balls with the butter mixture evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and brush with remaining butter mixture if desired.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
For an extra kick, serve with a side of spicy ranch dip or your favorite hot sauce.