The BEST Bisquick Sausage Balls Recipe With Cheese
This spin on the classic 3-ingredient Bisquick sausage ball recipe is sure to become a favorite! The classic recipe calls for Bisquick mix, ground sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese.
However, in this recipe, we are taking it a step further and creating a flavorful combination that you’ll want to make again and again. Don’t get me wrong, I love the classic bisquick sausage balls, but this is definitely my favorite way to enjoy them.
Sausage balls are a classic holiday appetizer and are served year round in the South. They are great any time of year and I love serving them at holiday parties.
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Let’s talk about what you’ll need and how to make this easy recipe!
Ingredients for Sausage Cheese Balls Made With Bisquick
This recipe uses simple ingredients that you can keep on hand to use whenever you’re craving sausage balls.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 cups Bisquick mix
- 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 6 ounces (or 1.5 cups) of freshly shredded pepper jack cheese
These ingredients will yield about 32 1.5” balls. You can easily half, double, or triple this recipe depending on how many you need.
Recipe Additions and Substitutions
The staple ingredients in this recipe are ground sausage, Bisquick mix, and shredded cheese. As long as those stay the same, you can play with this recipe and adjust it to your liking.
Ground Sausage
This version of cheesy sausage balls uses ground pork breakfast sausage. You can substitute this for any other kind of ground sausage.
Turn up the heat by using spicy sausage or modify the flavor by using some Italian sausage. You can use any type including turkey sausage. You may need to adjust the butter if using a very lean sausage.
Bisquick Mix
Bisquick is what holds this recipe together. Without it, you’d need a homemade substitution of the mix.
Shredded Cheese
You can use any type of shredded cheese that you’d like. I recommend using freshly grated cheese since it’s not coated and will melt nicely. However, I’ve seen the recipe turn out just fine with pre-shredded as well.
The original recipe uses cheddar cheese. This version uses pepper jack as it adds spice from the green and red peppers in the cheese which works really well with a breakfast sausage flavor.
How to Make Sausage Balls With Pancake Mix
Did you know you could make one of the best sausage recipes with pancake mix? It might sound weird at first, but trust me, it’s delicious.
Follow these quick and easy steps to enjoy these delicious sausage balls!
Step One
Preheat your oven to 350? and line one or two sheet pans with parchment paper. You can use one pan and cook multiple batches or use two for quick baking.
Step Two
Measure out and add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Tip: The Bisquick mix should be measured by the spoon and level method. Spoon the mix into a measuring cup and level it. Don’t pack down the mixture into your measuring cup. Too much Bisquick will result in dry sausage balls that don’t hold together very well.
Step Three
Get messy! Use your hands to combine all of the ingredients. Make sure to mix the sausage thoroughly with the dry ingredients. If you feel you can’t get everything to come together, you can add a tiny bit more butter.
Tip: you could also use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. I find it’s easier and more efficient to just use my hands though.
Step Four
Turn the sausage mixture into 1.5” balls and place them on the pan lined with parchment paper. They should be placed about an inch apart. The balls should be tightly packed and uniform in size.
Tip: I like to use a cookie scoop for this step. Depending on the scoop size, you won’t want to fill it all the way when scooping.
Step Five
Bake the sausage balls for 14-18 minutes until thoroughly cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
Tip: The internal temperature should be at least 160? for ground pork sausage.
How to Serve and Store This Easy Sausage Ball Recipe
Cheesy sausage balls are the perfect appetizer, snack, or breakfast accompaniment. You can serve them warm or room temperature with or without dipping sauces.
I like to serve them on a platter with toothpicks for guests to use to pick them up and dip them.
Dipping Sauce Options for Sausage Balls
You have a lot of options for dipping sauces for these sausage balls. Here are just some of your options:
- White gravy
- Brown gravy
- Jam or jelly
- BBQ sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Vinaigrette
- Honey mustard
- Cheese sauce
- Maple syrup
Storage
Another reason I love this recipe is that you can make it ahead of time and take it out on game day or any time you get the craving. To store freshly cooked sausage balls, put them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
You can also freeze this recipe cooked or uncooked. To store uncooked sausage balls, place the ball on a pan and freeze. Remove them from the pan and place them in a container or freezer bag until ready to use. Place the frozen balls on a pan and cook them thoroughly.
You can also freeze cooked sausage balls. Simply store them in a bag or container until ready to use. Take them out, thaw them, and reheat them thoroughly. They last in the freezer for about 3-4 months.
The BEST Bisquick Sausage Balls Recipe With Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 cups bisquick mix
- 6 ounces (or 1.5 cups) pepper jack cheese freshly shredded
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350? and line one or two sheet pans with parchment paper. You can use one pan and cook multiple batches or use two for quick baking.
- Measure out and add all the ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Tip: The Bisquick mix should be measured by the spoon and level method. Spoon the mix into a measuring cup and level it. Don’t pack down the mixture into your measuring cup. Too much Bisquick will result in dry sausage balls that don’t hold together very well.
- Get messy! Use your hands to combine all of the ingredients. Make sure to mix the sausage thoroughly with the dry ingredients. If you feel you can’t get everything to come together, you can add a tiny bit more butter. Tip: you could also use a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. I find it’s easier and more efficient to just use my hands though.
- Turn the sausage mixture into 1.5” balls and place them on the pan lined with parchment paper. They should be placed about an inch apart. The balls should be tightly packed and uniform in size.Tip: I like to use a cookie scoop for this step. Depending on the scoop size, you won’t want to fill it all the way when scooping.
- Bake the sausage balls for 14-18 minutes until thoroughly cooked through and golden brown on the outside. Tip: The internal temperature should be at least 160? for ground pork sausage.
Bisquick Sausage Balls FAQ
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding this recipe.
What do Bisquick sausage balls taste like?
These sausage balls taste like if a biscuit and a sausage made a baby. You get the biscuit consistency and all of the sausage flavor. You really have to try it for yourself!
Why are my sausage balls dry?
If you use too much Bisquick mix, your sausage balls will become dry. Make sure you use the spoon and level method and do not pack the mixture when measuring.
Do you put egg in sausage balls?
Some people do use egg in their sausage ball recipe. However, this recipe does not use any egg.
Why aren’t my sausage balls sticking together?
Sausage balls won’t stick together if there aren’t enough wet ingredients. The most common issue is that you’ve used too much Bisquick mix. If you’re having trouble getting your formed sausage balls to stick, add a small amount of butter or more sausage to your mixture.
How should you store sausage balls?
Leftover sausage balls should be stored in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container or bag.
How do you keep the bottom of sausage balls from burning?
If the bottom of your sausage balls are burning, you can rotate them halfway through baking to ensure they cook evenly. You may need to adjust your oven temperature as well.
Can you make sausage balls ahead of time and reheat?
Absolutely! Simply warm the balls in the oven prior to serving.
