Ina Garten Sausage Balls Recipe

This Ina Garten Sausage Balls Recipe is a cheesy and savory recipe, which includes ground sausage and biscuit mix. It’s a classic, foolproof recipe, ready in just 30 minutes.

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Ina Garten Sausage Balls Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sausage (mild or spicy)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups biscuit mix (like Bisquick)
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

How To Make Ina Garten Sausage Balls

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sausage, shredded cheese, biscuit mix, cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
3. Form the sausage balls: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion the mixture. Roll into 1-inch balls and place them evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
4. Bake until golden: Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the sausage balls are golden brown and fully cooked through.
5. Serve and enjoy: Let them cool slightly, then serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue.

Recipe Tips

• What type of sausage works best?
  Mild breakfast sausage is classic, but spicy sausage adds a nice kick.
• Can I prep these ahead of time?
  Yes, shape the balls and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Or freeze them raw and bake straight from frozen (add a few minutes to cook time).
• What kind of cheese should I use?
  Freshly shredded sharp cheddar melts best and adds rich flavor.
• Why add cream cheese?
  It keeps the sausage balls moist and tender on the inside.
• How to make them gluten-free?
  Use a gluten-free biscuit mix like Bob’s Red Mill.

What To Serve With Sausage Balls

These are perfect for parties, game days, or holiday breakfasts. Serve with:

• Ranch dressing
• Honey mustard
• Barbecue sauce
• Spicy sriracha mayo
• A breakfast fruit platter

How To Store Sausage Balls

Refrigerate: Store cooked sausage balls in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Freeze: Freeze unbaked or baked sausage balls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen or thaw and reheat.

Sausage Balls Nutrition Facts (Estimated Per Piece)

• Calories: ~140
• Carbohydrates: ~4g
• Protein: ~7g
• Fat: ~11g
• Saturated Fat: ~5g
• Sodium: ~240mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.

FAQs

Can I make sausage balls without biscuit mix?
Yes—substitute with a mix of flour, baking powder, and salt (homemade Bisquick).

Can I use pre-cooked sausage?
No, raw sausage is best so the fat binds the ingredients and adds moisture during baking.

Can I reheat sausage balls?
Yes! Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or microwave for 30 seconds.

Why are my sausage balls dry?
Make sure not to overbake. The cream cheese also helps keep them moist.

Do sausage balls need to be refrigerated?
Yes, store leftovers in the fridge for food safety.

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