Gluten-Free Sausage Balls - The Defined Dish Recipes (2024)

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Sausage balls. Have you ever heard of them?

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If you are from the South, there is a strong chance you have and grew up eating them around the holidays and at any potluck. Personally, I grew up eating them at my best friend Lindy’s house. Her dad, Coach Davis, was also one of my track coaches in high school. He would always make us his famous “sausage balls” when we went over to their house for breakfast and I could still eat a whole batch of them myself.

I’m not certain of Coach Davis’s exact recipe (so if you’re reading this Coach, don’t get angry) but I am pretty sure it contained the following ingredients: Bisquick, pork sausage, milk and cheese. There were likely a few other ingredients in there, but from my food-loving memory, that’s how Coach made them and they were absolutely delicious.

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Because this recipe was a childhood favorite of mine, I wanted to recreate it using healthier, cleaner ingredients for my kiddos and I had some fun throughout the process! While these Gluten-Free Sausage Balls aren’t paleo or Whole30, as I am pretty sure if I even tried to make them Whole30 they’d be considered SWYPO and against the rules. Plus, when I did try to make them using paleo flours, they got way too dense and just didn’t taste quite right. Recreating them as healthy as possible, while still keeping their true flavors that I grew up eating, was important to me so I ended up choosing (after countless attempts) Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour and I am so happy with how they turned out. I highly recommend making these at the beginning of the week to have a grab-and-go breakfast or even as a make-ahead appetizer or side dish for a Thanksgiving or holiday party coming up.

For a dairy-free and gluten-free version, these Gluten-Free Sausage Balls are truly fantastic! The flavors brought back so many fond memories of my childhood friends and spending time with their families. I was so lucky to have friends with families that were so kind and generous to me growing up! I hope these bring back similar memories for those who grew up eating them as well.

For another gluten-free breakfast idea, try my Gluten-Free Ham and Cheese Quiche!

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Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Sausage Balls

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 15 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 people

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten-Free Flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (you can sub 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese)
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped about 5 sprigs
  • 4 tbsp ghee (melted and cooled slightly) (to keep Dairy Free, sub vegan butter)
  • 1 lb bulk pork breakfast sausage
  • 1 large egg, whisked
  • 1/2 cup nutpods original dairy-free creamer (you can sub whole milk here)
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free baking flour, baking powder, salt, nutritional yeast, baking soda, thyme and melted ghee. Stir until it turns into a crumbly, dough-like texture.

  • Using your hands, add the pork sausage into the bowl by breaking into smaller pieces. Continue to use your hands to work the pork into the flour mixture until evenly combined.

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, creamer and dijon until well combined. Pour into the sausage mixture. Using the back of a fork, work the contents in the bowl (by stirring and mashing) until they are well combined.

  • Using a small cookie scoop (about 1 tbsp) drop sausage ball mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using damp hands, go back through and roll into balls.

  • Place in the preheated oven and cook until the pork is cooked through, about 15 minutes.

  • Remove from oven and enjoy!

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

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Author: Alex Snodgrass

Servings: 4 people

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FAQs

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.

What do you eat with sausage balls? ›

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 ...

Is Bob Evans sausage gluten free? ›

Bob Evans. The Bob Evans restaurant chain also makes products for sale in grocery stores, including seven different roll sausage varieties. None of the products have gluten-related claims, so while the main ingredient in each sausage product is pork, it is possible that some sausages contain trace amounts of gluten.

What are sausage balls made of? ›

They're made with pork sausage, two kinds of cheese and plenty of seasoning. Make your mixture, scoop out similarly-sized balls, bake until brown and you've got the perfect party app. Baking gluten-free? We've got you covered with a recipe for Gluten-Free Sausage-Cheese Balls.

Do you refrigerate sausage balls after making them? ›

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 do you keep sausage balls from sticking to the 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.

How long can sausage balls stay in fridge before cooking? ›

These sausage balls are great because they can be made ahead of time, making them a convenient appetizer for parties! 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.)

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 dogs eat sausage balls? ›

As much as they'd like to share a savory bite with you, dogs should not eat sausage.

Is Oatmeal gluten-free? ›

Yes, pure, uncontaminated oats are gluten-free. The U. S. Food and Drug Administration considers oats a gluten-free grain under its gluten-free labeling regulations and only requires that packaged products with oats as an ingredient contain less than 20 parts per million of gluten overall.

Is Butter gluten-free? ›

The short answer is that butter is naturally gluten-free, but there are some situations where you need to be careful. Any butter that has added flavorings could potentially contain some gluten. Plain butter is a safe bet, but if you're trying a new brand, it's always a good idea to check the label.

Does rice have gluten? ›

Yes, all rice (in its natural form) is gluten-free. Rice is one of the most popular gluten-free grains for people with celiac disease. Many gluten-free packaged goods are made with rice flour instead of wheat flour. Although rice is naturally gluten-free, there are some instances where it may not be gluten-free.

What is the pink stuff in sausage? ›

It isn't "some preservatives" which keep meat pink, it is nitrite salt. Buying in an organic store doesn't mean that the food doesn't contain nitrite salt or other additives. I am sure your sausage contains nitrites, else it would have turned gray long before you started cooking it.

What is the white stuff in sausage? ›

Largish white bits like that will be either fat, cartilage, or (other) connective tissue. Once cooked, if they can be squished apart with your fingers they're fat; if they're crunchy when you bite into them they're cartilage; if they're very chewy they're connective tissue.

What is the white liquid around sausage? ›

The white powder that sits on the casing of a dry sausage isn't flour, or bacteria, or saltpeter! It is a fungus, but not any fungus! We're talking about penicillium. Bacteria and fungi are often feared, but most of today's antibiotics come from bacteria and fungi like penicillium.

How do you keep breakfast sausage flat? ›

Roll them flat between your hands to get them nice and straight, prick some holes in both sides and then BOIL them. Once boiled for about 10 minutes let them dry (because they are hot, they'll dry pretty quick once out of the water) and/or let them go go cold.

How do you keep sausages from curling? ›

You can try to brown the sausages. Then add 1/4"of water to the pan and cover. This can prevent some of the curling. Over cooking them will increase the curl as well.

Why does my sausage shrink? ›

If you cook a sausage over a high heat it will, understandably, shrink considerably, drying out the exterior or even splitting whilst potentially leaving the centre uncooked. Too high a temperature will also liquify the fat content that has been so carefully mixed into your sausage to keep it moist and juicy.

What causes sausages to shrink? ›

Using a temperature that's too high

While some meats cook best in a searingly hot pan, sausages are not one of them. Very high heat makes meat shrink and a sausage casing can burst if the meat inside contracts too quickly. A burst casing will cause the sausage to release the juices and will be dry when fully cooked.

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