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Bisquick Sausage Balls

The Original Bisquick Sausage Balls (Foolproof Recipe!)

The classic, foolproof Bisquick Sausage Balls! Tender, cheesy, and perfectly seasoned, these retro bites are made with just three staple ingredients—sausage, cheddar, and Bisquick—for a nostalgic appetizer everyone loves.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 40 sausage balls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pork breakfast sausage (raw)
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
  • 1 tbsp warm water (optional, if needed)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • cheese grater

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix sausage and shredded cheddar cheese until cheese is evenly distributed.
  3. Add Bisquick gradually, kneading it into the sausage. Mix for several minutes until the sausage fat hydrates the mix.
  4. If mixture remains too dry to hold together, add 1 tablespoon warm water and continue mixing.
  5. Roll dough into walnut-sized balls (about 1–1.5 inches) and place on baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until firm and golden brown.

Notes

Keep mixing even if the dough looks dry—the sausage fat will hydrate the Bisquick as you work it. Roll the balls gently without packing too tightly for the best texture. Add warm water only if absolutely necessary after several minutes of mixing. Always grate your cheese from a block for proper binding. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 minutes for a crispy exterior.