Sausage Balls Without Bisquick Recipe
These sausage balls without Bisquick are a simple and delicious snack that doesn’t require pre-made mixes. Made with ground sausage, shredded cheese, and pantry staples like flour and baking powder, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, brunch, or a quick snack. Customize them with your favorite spices for an extra flavor kick!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet: For placing sausage balls to bake.
- Mixing bowl – for combining the ingredients
- Measuring cups and spoons – for accurate ingredient measurements
- Parchment Paper: To line the baking sheet and prevent sticking.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Sausage mild or spicy, depending on preference
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or any cheese of choice
- 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder optional for added flavor
- ½ tsp Salt or to taste
- ½ tsp Black Pepper optional for extra spice
- 1 tbsp Milk helps bind the dough
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, shredded cheese, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well mixed. Add milk and continue mixing until the dough holds together.
- Form the Sausage Balls: Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Bake the Sausage Balls: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Check for doneness by cutting one open to ensure the center is no longer pink.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, or enjoy them on their own as a savory snack.
Notes
- Customizations: Feel free to swap the cheddar for other types of cheese such as mozzarella or pepper jack. You can also add herbs like parsley or thyme for extra flavor.
- Freezing: These sausage balls can be made ahead and frozen. Simply place uncooked sausage balls on a baking sheet to freeze, then store them in a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Spicy Version: Use hot sausage and add red pepper flakes to make these sausage balls spicy.
