Ingredients
Sausage Balls Ingredients
- 1 box Red Lobster biscuit mix (approximately 15 ounces)
- 1 package (16 oz) hot sausage
- 1 block (8 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 block (8 oz) pepper jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the sausage balls evenly.
- Combine biscuit mix and sausage: In a large mixing bowl, break up and mix the biscuit mix thoroughly with the hot sausage until well incorporated.
- Add cheeses: Shred both the sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheese blocks, then add the shredded cheeses into the sausage and biscuit mixture. Mix everything together thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Form sausage balls: Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls and place them spaced apart on the baking sheets to allow even cooking.
- Bake and drain: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. After baking, transfer the sausage balls onto paper towels to absorb excess oil and cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the hot sausage with mild sausage if you prefer less spice.
- To make preparation easier, shred the cheese in advance and keep it chilled.
- These sausage balls can be prepared in advance and frozen before baking; simply add a few extra minutes to baking time if cooking from frozen.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Allow cooling on paper towels to help reduce grease and keep the sausage balls crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
