Classic Bisquick Sausage Cheese Balls

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These three-ingredient sausage cheese balls are the easiest hot appetizer you’ll ever make.

They’re crispy on the outside, savory and cheesy on the inside, and they disappear fast at any party.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Only 3 main ingredients
  • Ready in under 30 minutes
  • Freezer-friendly for make-ahead prep
  • Perfect for game day, holidays, or potlucks
  • Kid-approved and crowd-tested

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage (regular, hot, or sage-flavored)
  • 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the raw sausage, Bisquick, and shredded cheese.
  4. Add melted butter and cayenne if using.
  5. Mix everything together with your hands until fully combined.
  6. The mixture will look crumbly at first but will come together as you work it.
  7. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until golden brown on the outside and cooked through.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Helpful Tips and Substitutions

Use cold sausage straight from the fridge for easier mixing.

If the mixture is too dry, add a splash of milk (1–2 tablespoons) to help it bind.

Swap sharp cheddar for pepper jack, Colby, or a Mexican blend for different flavor profiles.

Turkey or chicken sausage works if you want a leaner option, but the texture may be slightly drier.

A cookie scoop makes portioning fast and uniform.

Don’t skip the parchment paper—these will stick without it.

Serving Ideas

Serve warm with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or a spicy queso dip on the side.

Pile them on a serving platter with toothpicks for easy grabbing.

Add them to a brunch spread alongside scrambled eggs and fresh fruit.

Pack them in lunchboxes for a protein-rich snack.

Make-Ahead and Storage

Store baked sausage balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispness.

To freeze unbaked: arrange rolled balls on a baking sheet, freeze until solid (about 2 hours), then transfer to a freezer bag.

Bake frozen balls at 375°F for 25–30 minutes without thawing.

Frozen unbaked balls keep for up to 3 months.

You can also freeze baked balls and reheat at 350°F for 12–15 minutes.

Worth Making Again and Again

These sausage cheese balls are the kind of recipe you memorize after making once.

They’re simple, reliable, and always a hit.

Keep a batch in your freezer and you’ll never show up to a party empty-handed.

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