Description
Deliciously spicy sausage balls baked to golden perfection and coated in a sweet and tangy Coca-Cola glaze, garnished with fresh parsley. A perfect appetizer or party snack with a flavorful kick and an irresistible glaze that balances heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
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Sausage Balls
- 1 lb spicy ground sausage
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 1 ¼ cups baking mix (Bisquick)
Glaze
- 1 cup Coca-Cola
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the sausage balls.
- Mix the sausage balls ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the spicy ground sausage, cayenne pepper, hot sauce, softened cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, and baking mix. Use your hands to mix thoroughly until you have a uniform mixture.
- Form the balls: Roll the sausage mixture into 1-inch diameter balls and place them evenly spaced on greased baking sheets.
- Bake the sausage balls: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Prepare the Coca-Cola glaze: While the sausage balls bake, combine the Coca-Cola and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves.
- Thicken the glaze: Whisk in the corn starch into the saucepan. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle bubble, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir occasionally until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Check sausage balls doneness: Remove the sausage balls from the oven and check if they are lightly browned. If not, bake an additional 3-5 minutes until golden.
- Coat sausage balls in glaze: Add the baked sausage balls in batches to the Coca-Cola glaze, turning to coat all sides thoroughly. Transfer the glazed balls to a serving dish.
- Garnish and serve: Insert toothpicks into each sausage ball for easy serving and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
- Optional warming tip: To keep warm, transfer glazed sausage balls to a Crock Pot set on low, or refrigerate overnight and reheat in a Crock Pot on low before serving.
Notes
- Mixing the sausage ball ingredients by hand ensures even distribution of spices and cheeses.
- Use a lightly greased baking sheet or line with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- The Coca-Cola glaze adds a unique sweet and tangy flavor that complements the spicy sausage perfectly.
- These sausage balls can be made ahead and reheated gently in a Crock Pot, making them convenient for parties.
- Adjust cayenne and hot sauce amounts to modify the heat level to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: spicy sausage balls, Coca-Cola glaze, party appetizer, baked sausage balls, cheesy sausage balls, sweet and spicy glaze
