Around here, these legendary little bites have always been known as “Sausage Balls” — mostly because that’s the question I get at least six times a year: “Hey Mom… when are you making the sausage balls?” Not hello, not how are you, just straight to the point like tiny holiday food critics.
Eventually we had to upgrade the name to Cheesy Sausage Balls, because honestly, there’s so much melty cheddar in these things they could hold the family together better than half the group texts. The cheese glues the sausage and biscuit mix into the perfect little holiday miracle — crispy on the outside (you know those crunchy baked cheese edges), warm and melty on the inside, and just spicy enough to make you feel alive.
Every year we make huge batches, freeze them flat, and hand them out like edible Christmas currency. And every year the kids hover around the kitchen like I’m running an underground sausage‑ball speakeasy.
These things are festive, addictive, and absolutely non‑negotiable on our holiday menu. One bite and you’ll understand why the whole family starts asking about them before the tree is even up.
The Stuff you need:
1 lb spicy breakfast sausage — use hot sausage if you want extra heat
2 cups Pioneer Biscuit Mix — creates that classic fluffy, tender texture
12 oz shredded cheddar cheese — sharp cheddar melts best and adds rich flavor
½ stick grated butter — helps the mixture bind and adds buttery goodness
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Directions
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Do not drain — the flavorful grease helps the mixture bind.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Pioneer Biscuit Mix, grated butter, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix with your hands or a sturdy spoon until the butter and cheese are evenly distributed.
- Pour the cooked sausage and grease directly into the biscuit mixture. Stir or knead until the dough comes together and can easily form balls without crumbling.
- Shape into balls and place them on wax paper. For large, hearty servings, use a ½‑cup measuring cup to portion each sausage ball.
- Freeze flat for 4–6 hours, or until completely solid. Transfer the frozen sausage balls to freezer bags or airtight containers for long‑term storage.
- When ready to cook, place the frozen sausage balls on a lightly greased baking sheet — no thawing needed.
- Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes
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