Sausage balls with Red Lobster biscuits
These delicious sausage balls are inspired by the famous Red Lobster biscuit recipe, making them a perfect combination of savory sausage and cheesy, fluffy biscuits. They are easy to prepare and make a fantastic appetizer or snack.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper optional
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 baking spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups baking mix (e.g., Bisquick)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, if desired.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
- Gradually add the milk to the sausage mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Using your hands or a cookie scoop, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch apart.
- Brush the tops of the sausage balls with melted butter to help them brown nicely in the oven.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
These sausage balls can be served warm or at room temperature.
They pair well with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch or honey mustard.
You can store leftover sausage balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and they can be reheated in the oven.
Feel free to experiment by adding herbs or spices to customize the flavor to your liking.