Our easy sausage balls with Red Lobster biscuit mix recipe with cheese and Jimmy Dean spicy sausage is a cheap appetizer served with Dip for Sausage Balls for a party. 4 ingredients baked in the oven to perfection.

A plate of baked sausage balls with cheese, crafted from biscuit mix, piled together on a white dish.

Yes Bisquick Sausage Balls are delish, we would say that if we had to compare the two these are more buttery with the Southern seasonings like Old Bay you will love! Using a boxed baking mix to start with though makes it even easier, so let's share how we made them.

These bite size savory appetizers or snacks are made from a mixture of ground sausage, cheese, and a dry binder such as baking mix. Rolled into bite-sized balls and baked until golden and cooked through, these are popular for parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare, most will serve with dip(s).

We found an alternative here, for an alternative to using Bisquick. You can use any sort of biscuit mix in it's place but some are better than others. Jiffy baking mix is another choice but not as moist as others. In this case we used boxed cheddar bay biscuit mix that has the most flavor of them all.

Create mouthwatering sausage balls with biscuit mix, savory pork sausage, and shredded cheese, all held together with melted butter and a flavorful spice blend. For an extra twist, try using Red Lobster Biscuit Mix for that irresistible taste of garlic and herbs everyone loves.

Ingredient notes

We are going to start with 1 box of Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix which will be in the baking aisle near the cake mixes. This is the only mixture of dry ingredients necessary because the leavening agents are already mixed in there (bonus).

Butter or dairy free plant based alternative should be melted so it be able to combined and wet the dry mixture well. We like to use salted to add a bit more of a pop of flavor but isn't necessary.

Cheese should be shredded with a grater, sharp cheddar cheese is our favorite type but you could go with any type you love or mix and match a few. We have used a lactose free variety from Daiya and since it is mixed in with all the other flavors you don't notice much of a difference other than it doesn't melt as nicely.

For the meat we are going to go all out with a roll of Ground sausagespicy or regular Jimmy dean is great, breakfast sausage has a sweet flavor that we don't care for in this case. Chives chopped are optional but add a bit of flavor and bang

You will want a cookie sheet and some parchment paper. If you want smaller bites try our Pressure Cooker Sausage Balls in a silicone egg mold. Either way you will want a bowl to mix ingredients.

How to Make Spicy

If you wanted to add even more heat and spice into the mix you could base the seasonings off of our Mexican Taco ballsbut use this dry mix as the base for them. Or add a pinch of dry Sriracha or chili powder into the mix.

A hand holds a wooden pick with a cheese and sausage ball above a plate of delectable creations made using Red Lobster Biscuit Mix, enhancing the savory flavors of classic sausage balls.

How Long to Cook Sausage Balls with Red Lobster Biscuit Mix

You need about 15 minutes to bake these on a sheet pan to done!! Super quick appetizer idea huh? We will tell you that it is a real hit and we can prep and have these done right before guests come over for the Super Bowl. We usually have to make two batches because they are such a hit!

Do you have to cook the sausage first?

Nope!! You will incorporate the ground sausage right out of the roll, raw, with the baking mix and cheese. There is plenty of time to cook the meat to a safe temperature in this time so no prepping is necessary to begin with.

How do you know when sausage balls are done?

like when we bake our Bisquick sausage muffins you want to make sure that the center (thickest part) is cooked all the way thru. You could use a thermometer to see if it has reached 160F but generally you can tell because the juices run clear and when broken apart the meat is white, but still tender.

You can make our Bisquick Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe and use that dry mix instead of buying boxed too. With them we have served it as a side dish of course but beyond that made Chicken Pot Pie with Red Lobster Biscuits for a full dinner!

Sausage Balls with Red Lobster Biscuit Mix Recipe

By Ground sausage balls with Red Lobster Biscuit Mix are a fun appetizer or grab and go meal idea kids love. Make spicy or keep mild with cheddar cheese baked inside. Prep: 10 minutes minsCook: 16 minutes minsServings: 32 Save Recipe Saved! Pin Recipe Comment Print Recipe

Equipment

1 Bowl
1 baking sheet
Parchment paper

Ingredients

1 box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix, 11.36 oz
1 tbsp butter or dairy free alternative
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 pound ground sausage, spicy or regular
1 tsp chives, freeze dried, optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Add biscuit mix, and seasoning packet (that is in the box) with melted butter, freeze dried chives (optional) and cheddar cheese into a bowl and mix until you get a crumbly sand-like consistency.
Gently fold in the raw sausage and combine. It will take a bit to get this to come together. It's easiest to mix this with your hands to incorporate all ingredients.
Using a 2 tablespoon portion scoop to scoop into balls and roll in your palms to keep round. Place on the baking sheet about 1" apart and bake for 15-18 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Remove from oven and serve hot.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

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Kitchen questions

What is the easiest way to make sausage balls?

If you start with a boxed mix like Bisquick or for Red Lobster Biscuits you can add a lot less ingredients. From there you need shredded cheese, butter, chives and ground pork. Spicy Jimmy Dean is the best for a bit of spicy and tons of flavor.

How can you keep sausage balls warm for a party?

If you want to make a large batch you can bake 1 sheet pan full and then put them into a slow cooker set to warm. Before you put the lid on though, place a few paper towels across the top so if there is condensation it will be absorbed and not get wet.

Sausage Ball Dip Ideas

French onion dip is a great one
Thousand Island dressing or Ranch works
Kids love ketchup or our bang bang shrimp sauce has a kick of yum for this
You can mix room temperature cream cheese with some dill and garlic
Tartar sauce works too
Even our mustard pretzel dip is yummy

A hand wearing a pink sweater holds a round, raw sausage ball mixture above a table, with more of this savory blend nestled in the bowl below.

How to Save Leftovers

If you have leftovers you would want to store them after they cool down completely. Store in a freezer bag with all of the air sucked out of there so no condensation builds up and they get wet. Reheat in the air fryer at 380 F. for 1-2 minutes or in the microwave for 30 seconds.