Spicy Cranberry Sausage Bites

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spicy Cranberry Sausage Bites.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper—this will help keep your sausage balls from sticking.

2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and grated Cheddar cheese.

3. Step 3

   Mix them together on medium speed for about a minute until they’re beautifully blended.

4. Step 4

   While the mixer is still running, add in the hot Italian sausage, breaking it into golf ball-sized pieces.

5. Step 5

   Keep mixing until the sausage is fully incorporated, which should take another minute.

6. Step 6

   Next, it’s time to add some flavor! Toss in finely chopped dried cranberries, two tablespoons of fresh parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.

7. Step 7

   Mix everything together for about two minutes until it’s all well combined.

8. Step 8

   Once that’s done, turn off the mixer and grab a wooden spoon to gently fold in the buttermilk baking mix, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

9. Step 9

   Now comes the fun part! Using your hands or a meatball scoop, shape the mixture into 27 golf ball-sized sausage balls and place them on your prepared baking sheet, making sure to space them out nicely.

10. Step 10

    Pop them into your preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through with no pink in the center.

11. Step 11

    If you find any excess grease, feel free to drain them on paper towels before serving.

12. Step 12

    Serve these delightful sausage balls warm, garnished with the remaining chopped parsley for a fresh touch.

13. Step 13

    Enjoy the deliciousness!.