Coon Balls Recipe
Looking for the ultimate party appetizer that disappears in minutes? This Coon Balls Recipe creates golden, crispy sausage-cheese bites that everyone raves about.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork sausage hot or mild
- 10 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 cups biscuit baking mix Bisquick
- 1/4 cup cold water if needed
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Heat oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Shred Cheese
- Grate cheddar cheese finely. Cold cheese shreds best.
Break Up Sausage
- Crumble sausage into large bowl with clean hands.
Add Baking Mix
- Sprinkle biscuit mix over sausage gradually. Mix well.
Work in Cheese
- Add all shredded cheese. Mix until fully combined.
Check Texture
- Mixture should hold together. Add water if crumbly.
Scoop Balls
- Use cookie scoop for 1-inch balls. Place on sheets.
Arrange Evenly
- Space balls 2 inches apart. Two sheets needed.
Bake First Batch
- Bake 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
Rotate Sheets
- Switch sheet positions halfway for even cooking.
Check Doneness
- Internal temperature reaches 160°F. Sausage cooked.
Cool Slightly
- Rest 3 minutes. Serve warm with dips.
Notes
- Always shred cheese yourself—pre-shredded won't melt properly.
- Cold ingredients create better texture and shape.
- Chopped jalapeños add perfect spicy kick.
- Pepper jack cheese creates heat for spice lovers.
- Freeze raw balls for last-minute party prep.
- Brush melted butter on top for extra golden shine.
- Honey mustard makes perfect dipping sauce.