Sharp Cheddar Sausage Balls

Name: Sharp Cheddar Sausage Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 38 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled; 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1/2 tsp. freshly grated black pepper; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1/2 c. coarsely grated yellow onion; 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups); 1 lb. loose pork breakfast sausage; 3 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted; 1 tbsp. chopped fresh sage, plus small leaves for garnish

This finger-food appetizer is a classic for a reason!

By Charlyne MattoxPublished: Nov 24, 2024

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Yields:

38 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

If you’re looking for a savory Christmas party appetizer that everyone will enjoy, then you’ve found it. Filled with breakfast sausage, sharp cheddar and a burst of seasonal flavor from fresh sage, these are sure to fly off the platter at any holiday party.

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. freshly grated black pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 cup coarsely grated yellow onion
8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
1 lb. loose pork breakfast sausage
3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh sage, plus small leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Add onion, cheddar, sausage, butter, and sage and mix until fully combined (it’s easiest to do this with clean hands.)
2. Step 2Scoop sausage balls (about 1 tablespoon each) onto a large rimmed baking sheet, leaving 1 inch between each. Gently press a small sage leaf into the top of each sausage ball. Bake until golden brown, 23 to 25 minutes.

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