The Baxter Family’s Sausage Cheese Balls are a delicious dish on any winter table. Read more recipes from the Wildwood Family Cookbook here. Bon Appetit!
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The Baxter Family’s Sausage Cheese Balls
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 48 balls 1x
Description
The Baxter Family’s Sausage Cheese Balls are a delicious dish on any winter table. Read more recipes from…
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (900 g) ground sausage
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) biscuit mix
- 18 oz (510 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) finely chopped celery
- 1/2 tsp garlic power
- 1 tbs SPICY! hot pepper flakes if you want to spice it up!!
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Mix all ingredients (with hands is best)
- Form into 1 inch balls. Balls have drippings so best to use pan with a lip
- Bake 15 minutes and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Main
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 370
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the recipe recommend mixing the ingredients by hand?
The instructions say “with hands is best” when combining the 2 lbs ground sausage, 1 1/2 cups biscuit mix, 18 oz shredded cheddar, and remaining ingredients. Mixing by hand lets you feel when everything is evenly distributed without overworking the mixture, which can toughen the balls.
What type of pan works best, and why?
The recipe notes that the sausage balls release drippings as they bake at 375°F, so a pan with a lip (like a rimmed baking sheet) is important to catch the fat and prevent oven drips.
How can I make these spicier?
The ingredient list includes “1 tbsp SPICY! hot pepper flakes if you want to spice it up!!” as an optional add-in — stir them into the mixture before forming the balls.
