Sausage Pancake Balls
Sweet, cheesy, and savory all collide in these golden, bite-sized pancake sausage balls made from pancake mix, sharp cheddar, and breakfast sausage. Each one is crispy on the edges, melty in the middle, and just begging for a dip in maple syrup. Warm, a little quirky, and strangely hard to stop eating, these sausage pancake balls are perfect for brunch, snacking, or even as a cozy dinner bite. Freezer and crowd-friendly, they're a nostalgic upgrade to your weekend spread.
24
balls
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) pancake mix just-add-water type; buttermilk-based preferred
- 8 oz (225 g) sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage uncooked, pork or chicken, mild or hot
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk whole milk preferred, or 2%
- 2 tbsp (6 g) fresh parsley or chives chopped, for garnish (optional)
- maple syrup or jelly for serving/dipping
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper or Non-Stick Spray
- Mixing bowl
- Cookie Scoop (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or mist with non-stick spray.
- Add the pancake mix, shredded cheddar, raw sausage, and milk to a large mixing bowl. Mix until everything is evenly combined—use a stand mixer with a paddle on low for 1 minute, or knead by hand with gloves.
- Scoop or roll the mixture into balls, each about the size of a golf ball. Place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–23 minutes, until golden around the edges and no pink remains in the sausage. The cheese should be bubbly and gooey.
- Let the balls cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs, if desired. Serve with maple syrup or jelly for dipping.
Notes
These sausage pancake balls freeze beautifully. Cool completely, freeze on a tray for an hour, then transfer to a container or bag. Bake from frozen at 350°F for about 15 minutes to reheat. Try with a variety of cheeses or add-ins like jalapeños or scallions for a flavor twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 287mg | Potassium: 90mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 0.6mg