Description
Savory Italian sausage balls baked with cheddar cheese and served with a sweet-tangy lemon sauce—perfect for parties, brunch, or snacking.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound Italian ground sausage
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk pancake mix
- ½ yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 lemon, zest only
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground sausage, pancake mix, onion, cheddar cheese, and salt. Mix by hand until evenly combined and sticky.
- Portion mixture into 1-ounce balls using a cookie scoop or spoon. Roll into smooth balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a bold flavor and uniform-sized sausage balls for even cooking.
- If you prefer a sweeter lemon sauce, add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup.
- Freeze uncooked sausage balls for later use; bake directly from the freezer.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American