Description
These sausage cheese balls are a delicious and easy appetizer that combines savory sausage with melty cheese and a hint of spice. Perfect for parties or game day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and milk.
- Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
- Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the sausage balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the mixture.
- These sausage cheese balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sausage cheese ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 5
Keywords: sausage cheese balls, easy appetizer, party food, game day snacks, savory snacks