Sausage Cheese Balls (Print-Friendly Version)

Cheesy sausage bites for quick gatherings, rich and easy to prepare.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
02 - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
03 - 2 large eggs

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and eggs until fully blended and cohesive.
03 - Using your hands, shape the mixture into balls using 2 tablespoons for large balls or 1 tablespoon for mini size.
04 - Arrange the shaped balls evenly on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
05 - Bake for 40 minutes for large balls or 20 minutes for mini size, until firm and golden brown.
06 - Serve warm with dipping sauces such as ranch, honey mustard, or maple syrup if desired.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Sharp cheddar provides essential flavor contrast to the richness of the sausage.
02 - Balls can be frozen raw or cooked and reheated directly from frozen.
03 - Avoid overmixing the mixture to keep the texture light and tender.

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