Pioneer Woman Sausage Balls Recipe
This snack is a huge hit at every party. It is very savory, cheesy, and easy to eat.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups
- Box grater
- Small cookie scoop.
- Kitchen Timer
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 lb BREAKFAST SAUSAGE
- 2 cups BISCUIT BAKING MIX
- 1 lb SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE
- 4 oz CREAM CHEESE
- 1/2 tsp BLACK PEPPER
- 1 tsp DRIED PARSLEY
- 1/2 tsp GARLIC POWDER
- 2 tbsp MILK
Instructions
Prep the Oven
- Turn your oven on to 350 degrees right now. Line your baking sheet with some parchment paper. This makes the cleanup very fast and easy later.
Shred the Cheese
- Grate your sharp cheddar cheese with a box grater. Freshly shredded cheese melts much better than bagged cheese. Set it aside in a small bowl for now.
Mix the Ingredients
- Put the raw sausage and cream cheese in a bowl. Add the biscuit mix and the shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle in your garlic powder and black pepper now.
Knead the Dough
- Use your clean hands to mix everything very well. It will feel very stiff and heavy at first. Keep mixing until you see no white dry flour.
Roll the Balls
- Scoop a small amount of the thick meat dough. Roll it between your palms into a one-inch ball. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet evenly.
Bake Until Brown
- Put the tray into the hot oven for twenty minutes. The sausage balls should look very golden and firm. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
➜ Use room temperature cream cheese for easy mixing.
➜ Do not overbake or the sausage balls get dry.
➜ Use spicy sausage for a much bigger flavor kick.
➜ Wet your hands to stop the meat from sticking.
➜ Grate your own cheese for a much better melt.
➜ Let them rest for five minutes before you serve.