Bisquick Sausage Cheese Balls
Adapted from the original Bisquick (General Mills) Bisquick Original All-Purpose Baking Mix packaging. Back of the Bag is not affiliated with Bisquick (General Mills).
"The ultimate party appetizer since the sixties."
The Story
These savory morsels first appeared on the Bisquick box in the early 1960s as a versatile appetizer for cocktail parties. Utilizing the rise of convenient pre-shredded cheeses and bulk sausage, the recipe became a holiday staple across American households due to its three-ingredient simplicity and crowd-pleasing flavor. It remains one of the most requested recipes in the General Mills archives.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Bisquick Original All-Purpose Baking Mix
- 1 lb bulk pork sausage, room temperature
- 4 cups (16 oz) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup water (optional, for moisture)
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a large baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the Bisquick mix, uncooked sausage, and shredded cheese.
- 3
Mix thoroughly using your hands or a heavy-duty stand mixer until a stiff dough forms (add water a tablespoon at a time if the mixture is too crumbly).
- 4
Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- 5
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly browned and the sausage is fully cooked.
- 6
Serve warm.