Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls Recipe

Introduction

Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls are a delicious twist on a classic appetizer, combining savory breakfast sausage with sharp cheddar cheese and a flavorful biscuit mix. Perfect for parties, game days, or a tasty snack, these bite-sized treats are sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 box Cheddar Bay biscuit mix (11.36 ounces)
• 16 ounces breakfast sausage
• 16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup milk (as needed)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C).
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, breakfast sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese. Use your hands to mix until the ingredients start to hold together. Add milk a little at a time if the dough feels too dry, until it reaches a moist, workable consistency.
3. Step 3: Take small portions of the dough and squeeze tightly with your hand, then roll into balls about 2 inches in diameter. Continue until you have formed approximately 32 sausage balls.
4. Step 4: Arrange the sausage balls on a baking sheet, spacing them about ½ inch apart. They will expand slightly but can be placed fairly close together. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
5. Step 5: While baking, combine the melted butter with the seasoning packet included in the biscuit mix. Once the sausage balls come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture for extra flavor.

Tips & Variations

• For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the mixture before baking.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, swap out sharp cheddar for mild or Monterey Jack cheese.
• To make cleanup easier, line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
• Use turkey sausage for a leaner version without sacrificing flavor.

Storage

Store leftover sausage balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a 350˚F oven for about 8-10 minutes or microwave individually for 20-30 seconds until heated through.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I freeze these sausage balls?

Yes, you can freeze cooked sausage balls. Allow them to cool completely, then place in a freezer-safe container or bag. They will keep well for up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in a 350˚F oven for 15-20 minutes.

Can I make these sausage balls without the Cheddar Bay biscuit mix?

While the biscuit mix adds a distinct flavor and texture, you can substitute with a plain biscuit mix or make your own dough with flour, baking powder, and seasoning. The flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.

Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls Recipe

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Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls are a savory and cheesy appetizer made with a blend of Cheddar Bay biscuit mix, breakfast sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfectly baked to golden perfection and brushed with a flavorful garlic butter sauce, these bite-sized snacks are ideal for parties, game days, or any casual gathering.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 32 sausage balls 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Sausage Balls

• 1 box Cheddar Bay biscuit mix (11.36 ounces)
• 16 ounces breakfast sausage
• 16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup milk (add as needed)

Garlic Butter Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 seasoning packet from the Cheddar Bay biscuit mix box

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350˚F (177˚C) to allow it to come to temperature while you prepare the sausage balls.
2. Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the biscuit mix, breakfast sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese. Use your hands to work the mixture until it starts to hold together. Add milk gradually, a little at a time, to moisten the dough and help it form a cohesive mixture.
3. Shape sausage balls: Take small portions of the dough and squeeze tightly in your hands. Roll each into roughly 2-inch diameter balls. Continue until you have formed about 32 sausage balls.
4. Arrange for baking: Place the sausage balls spaced about ½ inch apart on a baking sheet. They will expand slightly during baking but can be placed fairly close together.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden around the edges.
6. Prepare garlic butter: While the sausage balls bake, mix 2 tablespoons of melted butter with the seasoning packet included in the biscuit mix box to create a flavorful garlic butter.
7. Brush and serve: As soon as the sausage balls come out of the oven, brush them generously with the garlic butter mixture for extra flavor and moisture.

Notes

• Adding milk gradually helps control the dough moisture to avoid sticky or dry sausage balls.
• The seasoning packet in the biscuit mix adds essential garlic and herb flavors — don’t skip it.
• For crispier balls, place on a wire rack over a baking sheet to allow air circulation.
• You can make sausage balls ahead and reheat in the oven at 300˚F for 10 minutes before serving.
• Use sharp cheddar for best flavor, but other cheeses like Monterey Jack or a mild cheddar can work.

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