Classic Sausage Balls With Cranberry Mustard Recipe
Sausage balls have become a Southern staple — perfect for anyone looking for easy and tasty party fare. These little biscuity bites filled with ground sausage and shredded cheese became popular because they're so easy to make with the addition of handy and versatile Bisquick baking mix.
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ½ pound grated extra-sharp cheddar
- 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon creamed horseradish sauce
- 1 cup prepared cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Preheat oven to 400 F.
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, garlic and onion powders, smoked paprika, and white pepper.
- Mix in the grated cheddar until coated.
- Add the sausage, butter, chives, mustard, and horseradish sauce, mixing well until combined.
- Use a scoop or spoon to form 1-inch balls.
- Roll the balls smooth with your hands and place them 1-inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the balls one sheet at a time until golden brown and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- While the sausage balls are baking, mix together the cranberry sauce, whole-grain mustard, vinegar, and remaining ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Transfer the sauce to a serving dish.
- Serve the sausage balls warm with the cranberry mustard dipping sauce.
The result is a crispy yet tender bite with all the rich and savory sausage and sharp cheddar flavor. Kinnaird likes to serve these sausage balls with a festive and tangy cranberry mustard dipping sauce to contrast and complement the nice sharpness of the cheese. Classic sausage balls are easy to mix and prep for parties or snacks anytime, making them an entertainer's best friend. Serve them hot from the oven with toothpicks alongside your favorite beverages.
Gather the classic sausage balls with cranberry mustard ingredients
For the base of these balls, choose a bulk breakfast or other flavorful and high-quality ground sausage. All-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, garlic and onion powders, smoked paprika, and freshly ground white pepper form the "baking mix" to combine with the sausage and some grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese. Melted butter helps bind the mixture together, and fresh chives, Dijon mustard, and creamed horseradish sauce add additional flavor. The dipping sauce is made with prepared cranberry sauce (homemade or purchased), whole grain mustard for some texture, and a little bit of apple cider vinegar.
