Hot Sausage Balls with Bisquick and Cheddar
Savory appetizer combining seasoned hot pork sausage, softened cream cheese, and shredded cheddar-colby blend mixed with Bisquick baking mix. Baked until golden and cooked through. Quick to assemble and perfect for parties or gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
- 2
Combine sausage, cream cheese, baking mix, and shredded cheese until well mixed
- 3
Scoop mixture into balls using a spring-release scoop and arrange on a baking pan
- 4
Bake until cooked through and browned, 25 to 30 minutes
Tips
Use a spring-release scoop for uniform-sized balls that cook evenly
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat at 350 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.
Mix ingredients and form balls up to 8 hours ahead; refrigerate on baking pan, then bake before serving.
Serve warm as appetizer or snack. Pairs well with marinara sauce or spicy mustard for dipping.
Common Mistakes
Overmix dough to avoid tough, dense balls
Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid uneven mixing and lumps
Substitutions
reduces spice
may need slight moisture adjustment