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Bisquick Sausage Balls

by Blair Lonergan

published on Dec 09, 2024

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Three-ingredient Bisquick sausage balls come together with about 15 minutes of prep for an easy appetizer, tailgate snack, or quick addition to your brunch buffet.

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We love using Bisquick in unexpected ways! In addition to these simple sausage balls, be sure to check out our other popular Bisquick recipes like this overnight breakfast casserole, a zucchini pie, and this easy Bisquick peach cobbler, too!

This is a family favorite- they were served every Christmas at my aunts house for as long as I can remember! We use syrchup (half syrup, half ketchup) for the dip!

– Elle

Video: How to Make Sausage Balls with Bisquick Recipe

We’re about to enter the height of holiday party season, so I’m sure that you could use a handful of easy, crowd-pleasing snacks. These Bisquick sausage balls are the perfect solution! They come together in minutes with just three ingredients, they can be prepared in advance, and they can be enjoyed at room temperature. Just set them out on a table and don’t worry about them again!

Sausage Balls are So Versatile!

I received this recipe from my friend Tanya, who I used to work with. Tanya lives on a farm, and each year her family spends a day or two butchering their hogs and processing the meat for sausage. Tanya gifted me some of her homemade sausage, along with this easy sausage ball recipe, and my mind was blown! How could three ingredients taste so darn good?!

Bisquick sausage balls are like a cross between biscuits and muffins. They’re not quite as moist as traditional meatballs, but instead have a consistency that’s more reminiscent of a biscuit — thanks to the biscuit mix. They taste like a sausage and cheese biscuit sandwich — conveniently rolled into finger-friendly bite-sized balls. That means that you can enjoy them for breakfast or brunch alongside pancakes, waffles, muffins or fruit; or you can serve them as a flavorful appetizer at your next holiday party or football tailgate!

Square side shot of three Bisquick sausage balls on a white plate.

A Few Tips Before You Get Started

  • Grate the cheese by hand. The pre-shredded cheese that you can buy in a package at the store doesn’t melt as smoothly as the kind that you grate from a block, and it doesn’t have quite as much flavor.
  • I use Jimmy Dean brand ground pork sausage, but homemade sausage or any other brand of breakfast sausages will also work. Choose a hot variety if you like it spicy. I do not recommend a leaner turkey sausage or anything with less fat, though. You need some fat in the meat to keep the sausage balls moist.
  • Allow the sausage and cheese to come to room temperature before preparing the balls. This helps the mixture blend together easier.
  • Add enough milk, as necessary, to bring the dough together. Just make sure that the mixture isn’t too wet and sticky! You need just enough liquid so that the dough holds together when you roll it into balls.
Process shot showing how to make sausage balls with bisquick.Bisquick sausage balls on a parchment lined sheet pan before baking.

How to Make Bisquick Sausage Balls

This super-simple recipe comes together in just minutes. Simply combine the ingredients in a bowl, roll into balls, and bake! You’ll find detailed directions in the recipe card below, but here’s the overview:

  • Place the sausage, cheese, and Bisquick mix in a large bowl.
  • Use your fingers or a rubber spatula to work together the mixture until it’s completely combined, adding a tablespoon or two of milk at a time, as needed, to bring the dough together.
  • Roll the sausage mixture into golf-ball size balls. You can use a heaping tablespoon, or try a 1.5-inch cookie scoop for perfectly round, even balls.
  • Arrange the sausage balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Front shot of a green and white platter full of sausage balls with Bisquick.

Serving Suggestions

Sausage balls are generally served at room temperature. They are delicious on their own, but also taste great when paired with a creamy dip. Try stirring together a dipping sauce that’s made with ½ cup mayonnaise and ½ cup of mustard. Other good options include honey mustard, ketchup, and Ranch dressing.

Hand picking up a sausage ball with bisquick.

Preparation and Storage Tips

  • Make Ahead: You can bake the sausage balls in advance, let them cool completely, and package them in a container or Ziploc freezer bag. Refrigerate the baked balls for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Alternatively, if you plan to serve the sausage balls the same day, you can assemble the raw balls in advance, keep them covered in the refrigerator, and then just bake them right before serving.
  • How to Store: Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • How to Reheat: Place the sausage balls on a baking sheet that’s lined with parchment paper. Warm in a 300°F oven just until heated through. You can also reheat individual servings in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, or just until warmed through. This is perfect for busy mornings when you need a make-ahead breakfast-on-the-go!
Close of shot of three Bisquick sausage balls on a small white plate.

Hi Blair I just took these out of the oven and they are delicious. I did add 1 T of cream. Thanks for the recipe!

– Leland

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Bisquick Sausage Balls

5 from 10 votes
Prep: 15 minutes minutes
Cook: 25 minutes minutes
0 minutes minutes
Total: 40 minutes minutes
Servings 26 balls
Calories 165 kcal
You only need three ingredients for these sausage balls, which are an easy appetizer for holiday parties or a quick make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings!

Ingredients

  

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  • 1 lb. bulk pork sausage (hot or mild is fine), at room temperature (I use Country Mild Jimmy Dean sausage)
  • 16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated (at room temperature)
  • 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
  • up to ¼ cup milk, as needed

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, use your hands or a rubber spatula to combine all of the ingredients. Add milk, one or two tablespoons at a time, until the mixture holds together.
    Process shot showing how to make sausage balls with bisquick.
  • Roll into golf ball-sized balls (I like to use a 1 ½ -inch dough scoop for this). Arrange on parchment-lined baking sheets.
    Bisquick sausage balls on a parchment lined sheet pan before baking.
  • Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve warm or at room temperature.
    Horizontal side shot of Bisquick sausage balls on a green and white plate.

Notes

Make Ahead: You can bake the sausage balls in advance, let them cool completely, and package them in an airtight container. Refrigerate the baked balls for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Alternatively, if you plan to serve the sausage balls the same day, you can assemble the raw balls in advance, keep them covered in the refrigerator, and then just bake them right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 344mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 190IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 144mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword: Bisquick sausage balls, sausage balls, sausage balls from bisquick, sausage balls recipes, sausage balls with Bisquick
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Author: Blair Lonergan
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Bisquick Sausage Balls Recipe Variations

  • Try different types of cheese. For instance, use Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, Pepper Jack, or a combination of cheddar cheese and cream cheese (at room temperature).
  • For gluten-free sausage balls, use gluten-free Bisquick and make sure that your sausage and cheese are both labeled gluten-free.
  • Add more seasoning! You can stir in chopped fresh herbs (such as chives or basil), include garlic powder, or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.
Square side shot of a plate full of Bisquick sausage balls with wine in the background.

More Bisquick Recipes to Try

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Originally published in September, 2019, this recipe was updated in December, 2024.

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  1. Irene says:
    September 23, 2019 at 7:31 pm

    Can’t wait to make these they sound awesome!!

    1. Blair says:
      September 24, 2019 at 5:02 am

      Thanks, Irene! I hope you love them! 🙂

  2. Susan Fenton says:
    September 25, 2019 at 5:31 am

    5 stars
    Wow, it is very tasty. I am eating this. Thanks for the idea.

    1. Blair says:
      September 25, 2019 at 5:45 am

      Thanks, Susan!

  3. Joyce says:
    October 22, 2019 at 9:08 am

    I fill my sink with some hot water and warm the sausage and cheese and mix well and add the bisquick and don’t have to add water.

    1. Joyce says:
      October 22, 2019 at 9:10 am

      I have my cheese and sausage in a bowl.

    2. Blair says:
      October 22, 2019 at 3:00 pm

      Great tip, Joyce! 🙂

  4. Suzanne says:
    December 24, 2019 at 2:46 am

    5 stars
    The ingredient proportions of this recipe is perfect. I have tried the 3 parts Bisquick to one part sausage as well as the 1/1 variation and this one is best. Also there are many temperatures ranging from 300 degrees to 400 and times and is very confusing. If deciding which one to go with I recommend this one!
    Thanks

    1. Blair says:
      December 24, 2019 at 4:54 am

      Thank you, Suzanne!

  5. Dee says:
    September 28, 2020 at 9:14 pm

    Can. You use the microwave to re heat these? If yes, for how long? Thanks!

    1. Blair says:
      September 29, 2020 at 5:16 am

      Hi, Dee! Absolutely — the microwave should work fine. It’s hard to know exactly how long in the microwave, since that will depend on your individual microwave and on how many you put in there at once. In general, if you’re just reheating a few at a time, I would start with about 30 seconds, and then continue in 30-second intervals until they’re warmed through. Enjoy!

  6. Leland says:
    December 19, 2020 at 1:48 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Blair I just took these out of the oven and they are delicious. I did add 1 T of cream. Thanks for the recipe! Leland

    1. Blair says:
      December 19, 2020 at 3:59 pm

      Thanks, Leland! So glad that they were a hit!

  7. Elle says:
    January 1, 2021 at 11:16 am

    5 stars
    This is a family favorite- they were served every Christmas at my aunts house for as long as I can remember! We use syrchup (half syrup, half ketchup) for the dip!

    1. Blair says:
      January 1, 2021 at 1:10 pm

      Thanks, Elle — that dipping sauce sounds perfect!

  8. Elaine K says:
    January 1, 2021 at 1:03 pm

    5 stars
    These were perfect! Like my MIL’s recipe which I misplaced.

    1. Blair says:
      January 1, 2021 at 1:10 pm

      Wonderful! Thanks, Elaine!

  9. Jeanie says:
    December 4, 2024 at 11:34 am

    I am wondering if I could use turkey sausage but add some cooking oil, like avocado, coconut, or grapeseed, for the fat to keep it moist. Any thoughts on that?

    1. The Seasoned Mom says:
      December 4, 2024 at 6:03 pm

      Hi Jeanie! We haven’t tested it and can’t say for sure but wouldn’t recommend it. Adding oil to the mixture won’t result in the same texture as fat from the meat and is likely to make the balls soggy.

  10. Judy M Shultz says:
    December 13, 2024 at 9:30 am

    Hi Blair, love this recipe! Instead of making this into balls I used my mini muffin pans. They turned out so well.
    grammieof4boys.

  11. Wanda Morris says:
    December 16, 2024 at 2:15 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe

    1. The Seasoned Mom says:
      December 16, 2024 at 6:03 pm

      Thank you, Wanda!

  12. Glenn says:
    December 17, 2024 at 10:37 pm

    5 stars
    Easy way to cook up a s no ack in no time,they are delicious

    1. The Seasoned Mom says:
      December 18, 2024 at 6:39 am

      Thank you, Glenn! We’re so glad you enjoyed it.

  13. Heather Lee says:
    December 28, 2024 at 11:37 am

    Tip… Be sure to give plenty of space between the balls, I placed them to close, and I ended up sausage ball bread! It was delicious though!!

    Reply
  14. Gina Clark says:
    January 13, 2025 at 6:34 pm

    Any ideas for dipping sauces

    Reply
    1. The Seasoned Mom says:
      January 14, 2025 at 6:38 am

      Hi Gina! We love to stir together a dipping sauce that’s made with ½ cup mayonnaise and ½ cup of mustard. Other good options include honey mustard, ketchup, and Ranch dressing. We hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  15. Kelly says:
    February 12, 2025 at 4:45 pm

    5 stars
    I make these with Italian sausage and serve with marinara for dipping

    Reply
    1. The Seasoned Mom says:
      February 12, 2025 at 5:54 pm

      Sounds delicious! We hope you enjoy, Kelly.

      Reply
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