Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls
- Brianne Thomas
- May 26
- 3 min read
This recipe combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with spicy breakfast sausage and creamy Pepper jack cheese for an irresistible treat!
If you’re looking for a fast breakfast to kickstart your morning or a simple appetizer for a lively get-together, these Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls are just what you need! Y’all know I’m all about having meals ready to grab when life gets busy, and this recipe is fantastic because it freezes and reheats beautifully. Plus, if you have kids like mine that seem to have bottomless pits in their stomachs, this makes a great filling snack for them.
Why You’ll Love This Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls Recipe
Ease. The prep time for this recipe is about 5 minutes, with a bake time of approximately 20 minutes, making them the perfect option for a quick breakfast or appetizer!
Customizable. Want a little less spice? Feel free to use a mild breakfast sausage or a mix of sharp cheddar and Pepper jack cheeses.
Budget Friendly. The ingredients in this recipe are affordable pantry staples.
What To Serve With Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls
These Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls can be a quick snack or meal all on their own. They also pair perfectly with some of our sweeter breakfast recipes:
Helpful Tips
Sourdough. Discard or active is fine. If using discard, you want it to be at room temperature.) You’ll want approximately 100 grams or 1 cup.
Cheese. I always recommend shredding the cheese yourself rather than purchasing pre-shredded. Freshly shredded melts better because it doesn’t have the additional preservatives that keep it from caking together.
Uniformity. Use a 1-inch cookie scoop to make the sausage balls all the same size. This will ensure even baking.
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Yield: 40
Ingredients
1-pound spicy breakfast sausage, uncooked
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
1 cup sourdough starter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the 1 pound of uncooked spicy breakfast sausage, 2 cups shredded Pepper jack cheese, and 1 cup of sourdough starter. Next, add ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon each of ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix with your hands until well combined. The dough should be sticky but hold together.
To ensure uniformity and even baking, use a 1-inch cookie scoop to shape the mixture into small balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each ball.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20-22 minutes or until the cheese balls are golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the sausage cheese balls to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a serving platter.
How to Store Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
How to Freeze Spicy Sourdough Sausage Balls
Baked and cooled sausage balls can be stored in a freezer-safe airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. To reheat from frozen, place 3 or 4 sausage balls on a microwave-safe plate and heat for approximately 1 ½ to 2 minutes or until heated through. Alternatively, reheat in a preheated 375°F oven for approximately 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
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