Description
These Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer combining spicy sausage, creamy cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and fresh chives mixed with Bisquick baking mix. Perfectly baked until golden and firm, they make a crowd-pleasing snack or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound ground spicy sausage
- 1/2 pound cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dry Ingredients and Herbs
- 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheets: Line two rimmed baking sheet trays with parchment paper and set aside.
- Mix sausage and cream cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground spicy sausage and softened cream cheese. Use your hands or a rubber spatula to thoroughly mix them until no cream cheese chunks remain and the mixture is smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add the Bisquick baking mix, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh chives to the bowl. Mix well to combine all ingredients uniformly.
- Form meatballs: Use your hands to scoop out tablespoon-sized portions (about 1 inch). Roll each portion into smooth balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Chill the meatballs: Refrigerate the trays for 30 minutes to firm up the sausage balls, which helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Preheat oven: While chilling, preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
- Bake the sausage balls: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 25 minutes until the sausage balls are browned on the edges and bottom and feel firm to the touch.
Notes
- Chilling the sausage balls before baking prevents them from spreading and helps maintain their shape.
- You can substitute mild sausage for spicy if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Serving suggestion: These sausage balls pair well with a dipping sauce like honey mustard or ranch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
