Paleo Sausage Balls Recipe - Wicked Spatula (2024)

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Today I thought that we’d take a trip down classic lane with a recipe that I’m sure every single one of you have ate before, especially if you’re from the south! Sausage balls are such a classic Christmas appetizer that everyone loves. Seriously have you ever met someone who didn’t love a sausage ball? It’s like a little mini compact sausage biscuit, quite addictive if you ask my husband. I had to make 2 batches of these paleo sausage balls within TWO days because they’re just that good.

Since Christmas is quickly approaching and I’m trying to up my appetizer game I decided to give this favorite a try. The flour ratio leads to a perfectly moist sausage ball even without cheese if you don’t eat dairy.

Even though I’ve added dairy back into my diet (raw, grass-fed, still no milk), I still enjoyed the cheese-less version better. And of course, you’d need to skip the cheese if you want these to be paleo. But if cheese is your thing, by all means throw some sharp cheddar into these little gems.

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This recipe is just as easy as your classic version too. Step one throw some sausage into a bowl, step two throw the flour, seasoning, and cheese (if using) into the bowl, step three get your hands dirty! Roll into about 24 little balls and bake for 25 minutes. Easy as that! I honestly couldn’t taste the difference in these versus what I remember normal sausage balls to taste like. Either my taste has completely changed in one short year or these are really just that dang good. We’ll go with the latter 🙂

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Paleo Sausage Balls

Sausage balls are such a classic Christmas appetizer that everyone loves.

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword christmas, easy, traditional

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Author Maya Krampf from WickedSpatula.com

Servings 4 servings

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lb spicy breakfast sausage if you can only find regular add 1/2 teaspoon - 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1.5 cups blanched almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 2 teaspoons paleo baking powder

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Instructions

More TIPS about this paleo recipe in the post above!

  1. Preheat oven to 425° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix throughly with your hands until the mixture is very crumbly.

  3. Form into balls of your desired size and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Recipe Notes

This recipe was originally written with cheddar cheese as an optional ingredient. I've removed it to keep this a paleo recipe, but feel free to add some in if that fits your dietary lifestyle.

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    9 Comments

  1. Cam

    Reply

    Can you them without the cheese?

    • Lauren

      Reply

      Totally!

  2. Nutmeg Nanny

    Reply

    I love sausage balls. They are the perfect combination of meatballs meet delicious sausage patties. I would happily devour a whole tray 🙂

  3. Erin

    Reply

    I have never had a sausage ball! I have been on a hunt to try to make them this holiday season.

  4. Jerry

    Reply

    You gotta have Sausage balls for the Holidays. It’s a must! These look like they’d be perfect.

  5. Linda @ Food Huntress

    Reply

    Lauren you are making me hungry now. Guess I’ll have to make them!!!

  6. Florian @ContentednessCooking

    Reply

    Those look so festive and easy to make….

  7. Alisa @ Go Dairy Free

    Reply

    Oh goodness, my husband would adore these! I know it isn’t very paleo or healthy, but I’ve got some dairy-free cheddar in the fridge that needs to be used up and it might actually work great in this!

  8. Becky Winkler (A Calculated Whisk)

    Reply

    I JUST tried my very first sausage ball ever at Thanksgiving with my fiancé’s family! I was suspicious, but it was delicious. I’m glad to know they can be made paleo! Pinning 🙂

Paleo Sausage Balls Recipe - Wicked Spatula (2024)

FAQs

How to keep sausage balls from burning on the bottom? ›

HOW DO YOU KEEP SAUSAGE BALLS FROM BURNING ON THE BOTTOM?
  1. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat (Silpat) to create a barrier between the sausage balls and the direct heat of the baking sheet. ...
  2. If possible, choose a light-colored baking sheet. ...
  3. Check early and often.
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Do you have to refrigerate sausage balls before cooking? ›

After you have formed your balls, store them uncooked for up to 2 days in the coolest part of your refrigerator, (usually in the back, on the bottom shelf.)

Why do my sausage balls flatten out? ›

Why do my sausage balls flatten out? The mixture may be too wet or not well-chilled before baking. Add a bit more baking mix or flour if it's too wet. Additionally, refrigerate the balls at least 30 minutes before baking to help them hold their shape.

How to reheat sausage balls? ›

In the oven, reheat the sausage balls on a foil-lined baking sheet at 400°F for 6-8 minutes. In the air fryer, reheat the sausage balls at 400°F for 4-5 minutes. You can also reheat them in the microwave on a plate for 60 seconds, but the texture won't quite be the same.

How do you bake without burning the bottom? ›

A sheet of aluminum foil under the pan can help prevent burning on the bottom. If your oven heats unevenly you can also bake you cake with can pan on a sheet pan that is doubled up as well. My biscuits are always burning on the bottom, what can I do to prevent this? You probably need a better pan.

How to get crispy bottom on sausage rolls? ›

Why do my homemade sausage rolls have soggy bottoms? To prevent soggy sausage rolls, make sure your oven is preheated before cooking. Ensure to space out the sausage rolls on the baking tray when cooking to ensure there is enough room for the air to circulate and allow them to crisp up.

Can sausage balls be a little pink? ›

Form sausage mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls; arrange on the prepared baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and browned on the outside, 25 to 30 minutes. Enjoy!

Can I eat cooked sausage left out overnight? ›

If you reheat food that was forgotten on the counter overnight or was left out all day, will it be safe to eat? TWO HOURS is the MAXIMUM time perishable foods should be at room temperature (ONE HOUR at temperatures 90 degrees F and higher). This INCLUDES the time they're on the table during your meal.

What to eat with sausage balls for dinner? ›

The best side dishes to serve with sausage balls are sauteed mushrooms, mashed sweet potatoes, corn on the cob, cheese dip, Brussels sprouts with bacon, scrambled eggs, wedge salad, yellow rice, grilled asparagus, biscuits and gravy, roasted red peppers, tomato and mozzarella salad, coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, and ...

What is the white fuzz on my sausage? ›

Visible white mold spores are a mark of high-quality salami, ham, and sausages. That white, fuzzy Penicillium nalgiovense slows drying over time and preserves aroma.

How to keep sausage balls from sticking to pan without? ›

Packaged pre-shredded cheese is coated with cellulose so it won't clump together. Well, that also means your sausage balls won't stick together when formed also. Use parchment to line the pans so they don't stick.

What are the little hard things in sausage? ›

THE HARD CHUNK IN SAUSAGE? What we thought: A tiny chip of bone. What it is: Sometimes it is a chip, bit more often it's a bit of tough connective tissue—a ligament or tendon—that toughens as the meat cooks.

Is it okay to leave sausage balls out overnight? ›

Sausage balls can sit out while serving for up to two hours. Past that point, they should be refrigerated and reheated. Do sausage balls need a dipping sauce? Sausage balls are delicious all on their own, but you can pair with ranch, honey mustard, or any other dipping sauce you love.

How long can you eat sausage balls? ›

Of course, when you purchase properly packed sausage balls they will be safe in the refrigerator for a few days and up to a month in the freezer. It is a good idea to cook them while they are still fresh for optimum freshness and flavor. Cooked sausage balls can be kept for up to 3 to 4 days.

Can I reheat sausages twice? ›

If food has been hygienically prepared, cooled quickly after cooking (or reheating) and stored cold, reheating more than once should not increase the risk of illness. However, prolonged storage and repeated reheating will affect the taste, texture, and sometimes the nutritional quality of foods.

How to stop sausage rolls burning on the bottom? ›

You can block that radiant heat transfer by simply putting your baking item on the top self, and an empty baking sheet beneath it on the lower shelf. That will lower the temperature of the top baking sheet, and you will experience more uniform cooking of your pastry.

How do you keep sausage patties from burning? ›

I started out by heating a 12-inch nonstick pan over medium high heat then added the sausage and cooked for five minutes. I found that the heat was a little too high and the sausage was burning quickly, so I turned it down to medium and added in a couple tablespoons of vegetable oil to prevent scorching.

How do I stop my rolls from burning on the bottom? ›

From the beginning of the bake, place your dough on a silpat, or on parchment paper and aluminum foil both. Fill a tray with lava rocks and chains or put a pizza stone on the bottom shelf of the oven to even out the heat of the oven. Put a pan of water under the baking vessel to deflect heat and steam the oven.

How to stop food burning on the bottom? ›

Start with a low heat and then gradually turn to medium or high. Or, if you like your food a little charred, you can start with high heat, and then switch it to medium and low to finish cooking. Stirring is also a great way to prevent your food from burning as it doesn't let the food stick to the bottom of the pan.

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