Crack Sausage Cheddar Balls (Printer-Friendly)

Savory bacon and cheese sausage bites perfect for entertaining or snacking anytime.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground pork sausage
02 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
03 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 packet ranch dressing mix
06 - 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
07 - 4 green onions, finely chopped

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, mix sausage, bacon, cheddar, cream cheese, ranch mix, Bisquick, and green onions until well combined.
03 - Scoop and roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
05 - Allow sausage balls to cool slightly before serving with optional dipping sauces.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - Chill the mixture before rolling to make shaping easier.
02 - Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even cooking.
03 - Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
04 - Store cooked balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
05 - Freeze uncooked balls on a tray, then store in a freezer bag for up to 1 month.
06 - Reheat in an air fryer at 375°F for 6 minutes or oven at 400°F for 8–10 minutes.

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