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Jimmy Dean Cheddar Sausage Bites

Jimmy Dean Cheddar Sausage Bites deliver rich, meaty flavor with melty sharp cheese and a hint of garlic, onion, and celery for balance. They bake up tender inside with a lightly crisp exterior, perfect for game days, holiday spreads, or potlucks when you want a warm, crowd-friendly appetizer.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves36
  • DifficultyEasy
Jimmy Dean Cheddar Sausage Bites
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the sausage, cheese, baking mix, onion, celery, garlic, and black pepper; stir thoroughly until mixed. Shape the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter; arrange them on an ungreased baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).

  5. 5

    Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before serving with cocktail forks or toothpicks.