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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Sausage Balls

Irresistible Spicy Jalapeño Popper Sausage Balls You’ll Love

These Spicy Jalapeño Popper Sausage Balls are a quick and delicious appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Mixture
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage choose between mild or spicy
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
For the Breading
  • 2 cups Baking Mix any standard mix works well
For the Flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese substitute with other cheeses for a twist
  • 4 peppers Jalapeño Peppers remove seeds for less spice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the breakfast sausage, baking mix, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped jalapeño peppers. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch diameter balls, packing them firmly.
  4. Place the sausage balls on the parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
  5. Bake for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
  6. Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These sausage balls can be made ahead of time and frozen for convenience. They are best served warm right after baking.

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