Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls are a three-ingredient appetizer combining breakfast sausage, pimento cheese, and cheddar bay biscuit mix that bake into golden savory bites in under 25 minutes. They're ideal for parties because they're hands-on to assemble but require minimal active cooking time.
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Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breakfast sausage, pimento cheese, cheddar bay biscuit mix, and the included garlic herb seasoning packet.
Using a hand mixer or your hands, mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Use a cookie scoop to portion the mixture, then roll each portion into a 1-inch ball.
Arrange the sausage balls on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve warm and enjoy.
Store cooled sausage balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently in a 325°F oven for 8–10 minutes.
Yes. Form the balls and refrigerate on a baking sheet for up to 24 hours, then bake directly from cold (add 2–3 minutes to baking time).
Yes. Freeze unbaked balls on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 5–7 minutes to baking time.
They should be golden brown on the outside and cooked through. A quick internal check confirms the sausage is no longer pink.
Yes. Ground turkey sausage or Italian sausage work as substitutes, though they may affect flavor and texture slightly.
