Sausage Balls Recipe
This Sausage Balls Recipe is a classic Southern appetizer made with just 4 easy ingredients—ready in under 30 minutes! They are cheesy, delicious, savory bites that are perfect for game days, parties, and holiday mornings - any time you need a satisfying snack.
Servings: 60
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) breakfast sausage pork, turkey, or chicken
- 1 pound (454 g) sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups (226 g) self-rising flour
- 1/4 cup (57 g) milk
Additional Seasonings (Optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) kosher salt optional
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.8 g) cayenne pepper optional
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.75 g) garlic powder optional
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.6 g) onion powder optional
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat oven to 350º F. Line baking sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Mix. Mix together all ingredients in a large bowl until just well-combined. Scoop mixture into tablespoon-sized balls with a scoop or using two spoons.
- Bake. Bake 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked throughout.
Notes
Storage Tips
- Store: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Place uncooked balls on parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze overnight. Transfer frozen balls to a freezer-safe zip bag or airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in fridge, then bake as directed.
- Reheat: Warm in 350°F oven 8–10 minutes or air fryer 5 minutes at 350°F.
- Make-Ahead: Roll balls ahead and refrigerate or freeze for baking later.
Nutrition
Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg