Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole wheat or all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
- 2 tablespoons milk (optional, for moisture)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
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In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne (if using).
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Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix everything together until well combined. If the mixture feels too dry, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk to help bind the ingredients.
Step 3: Form the Sausage Balls
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Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture, placing the sausage balls about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
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Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C)).
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
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Let the sausage balls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like honey mustard, ranch, or a spicy sriracha mayo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g