Gluten-Free Sausage Balls - The Defined Dish Recipes (2024)

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Sausage balls. Have you ever heard of them?

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If you are from the South, there is a strong chance you have and grew up eating them around the holidays and at any potluck. Personally, I grew up eating them at my best friend Lindy’s house. Her dad, Coach Davis, was also one of my track coaches in high school. He would always make us his famous “sausage balls” when we went over to their house for breakfast and I could still eat a whole batch of them myself.

I’m not certain of Coach Davis’s exact recipe (so if you’re reading this Coach, don’t get angry) but I am pretty sure it contained the following ingredients: Bisquick, pork sausage, milk and cheese. There were likely a few other ingredients in there, but from my food-loving memory, that’s how Coach made them and they were absolutely delicious.

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Because this recipe was a childhood favorite of mine, I wanted to recreate it using healthier, cleaner ingredients for my kiddos and I had some fun throughout the process! While these Gluten-Free Sausage Balls aren’t paleo or Whole30, as I am pretty sure if I even tried to make them Whole30 they’d be considered SWYPO and against the rules. Plus, when I did try to make them using paleo flours, they got way too dense and just didn’t taste quite right. Recreating them as healthy as possible, while still keeping their true flavors that I grew up eating, was important to me so I ended up choosing (after countless attempts) Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour and I am so happy with how they turned out. I highly recommend making these at the beginning of the week to have a grab-and-go breakfast or even as a make-ahead appetizer or side dish for a Thanksgiving or holiday party coming up.

For a dairy-free and gluten-free version, these Gluten-Free Sausage Balls are truly fantastic! The flavors brought back so many fond memories of my childhood friends and spending time with their families. I was so lucky to have friends with families that were so kind and generous to me growing up! I hope these bring back similar memories for those who grew up eating them as well.

For another gluten-free breakfast idea, try my Gluten-Free Ham and Cheese Quiche!

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Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Sausage Balls

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 15 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 people

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten-Free Flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (you can sub 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese)
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped about 5 sprigs
  • 4 tbsp ghee (melted and cooled slightly) (to keep Dairy Free, sub vegan butter)
  • 1 lb bulk pork breakfast sausage
  • 1 large egg, whisked
  • 1/2 cup nutpods original dairy-free creamer (you can sub whole milk here)
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free baking flour, baking powder, salt, nutritional yeast, baking soda, thyme and melted ghee. Stir until it turns into a crumbly, dough-like texture.

  • Using your hands, add the pork sausage into the bowl by breaking into smaller pieces. Continue to use your hands to work the pork into the flour mixture until evenly combined.

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, creamer and dijon until well combined. Pour into the sausage mixture. Using the back of a fork, work the contents in the bowl (by stirring and mashing) until they are well combined.

  • Using a small cookie scoop (about 1 tbsp) drop sausage ball mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using damp hands, go back through and roll into balls.

  • Place in the preheated oven and cook until the pork is cooked through, about 15 minutes.

  • Remove from oven and enjoy!

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Author: Alex Snodgrass

Servings: 4 people

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FAQs

What to eat with sausage balls? ›

How Should I Serve Sausage Cheese Balls? These sausage cheese balls are just perfect on their own, but you can also serve them alongside fruit or eggs for a more balanced breakfast. Additionally, they are delicious when served with your favorite dipping sauce, from ranch to BBQ sauce.

Is Bob Evans breakfast sausage gluten free? ›

Bob Evans. The Bob Evans restaurant chain also makes products for sale in grocery stores, including seven different roll sausage varieties. None of the products have gluten-related claims, so while the main ingredient in each sausage product is pork, it is possible that some sausages contain trace amounts of gluten.

What brand of sausage is gluten-free? ›

CERTIFIED Gluten-Free Sausage & Meat. All Jones Dairy Farm meats are certified gluten free, except for our Scrapple, which is made at a separate manufacturing plant.

How much sugar is in sausage balls? ›

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Nutrition Facts
Sugars: 1 g
Protein: 11 g
Calcium:10%
Vitamin A:4%
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Do you have to refrigerate sausage balls before cooking? ›

After you have formed your balls, store them uncooked for up to 2 days in the coolest part of your refrigerator, (usually in the back, on the bottom shelf.)

Does hollandaise sauce contain gluten? ›

Is hollandaise sauce gluten-free? Homemade hollandaise sauce is naturally gluten-free since the main ingredients don't have gluten. However, some pre-packaged versions of hollandaise sauce may contain gluten-containing ingredients such as wheat flour or modified food starch.

Does McDonald's breakfast sausage have gluten? ›

There are no gluten containing ingredients in our Sausage Patties. Please note that the seasoning used in our Sausage Patties contains Dextrose and Glucose Syrup which is derived from wheat.

Are Mcdonald's eggs and sausage gluten free? ›

There are ingredients on our breakfast menu that have no gluten containing ingredients. These include our Hash Browns, Eggs, Back Bacon and our Sausage Patty.

Are grits gluten-free? ›

Grits alone are naturally gluten free, but they can be cross contaminated in processing or mixed with gluten-containing flavors. Here are a few brands of grits that are known to be gluten free: Arrowhead Mills – Look for boxed yellow corn grits, typically labeled “gluten free” in very clear lettering.

What is missing in gluten-free sausages? ›

Sadly, even big brand sausages that have been certified as gluten free may still contain other allergens, sugar, artificial preservatives or other inflammatory ingredients.

Are hot dogs gluten-free? ›

If you're particularly sensitive to trace gluten, you may want to consider sticking with Dietz & Watson's hot dogs or Sabrett's hot dogs, both of which are certified. Otherwise, you should be fine with any of the gluten-free hot dog makers on this list. Pick up some gluten-free hot dog buns and enjoy.

Is sausage bad for high blood sugar? ›

Those who have type 2 diabetes should avoid beef and pork sausages, as these have high saturated fat content. They may be at even higher risk for heart disease than an average person. This is because the saturated fat in red meat increases cholesterol levels and causes inflammation throughout the body.

How many carbs are in 4 sausage balls? ›

Tennessee Pride Sausage Balls (4 balls) contains 9g total carbs, 8g net carbs, 22g fat, 12g protein, and 280 calories.

Can diabetics eat sweet sausage? ›

Opt for Lean Proteins Over Fatty Cuts of Meat

People with type 2 diabetes should limit or avoid high-fat cuts of meat, such as regular ground beef, bologna, hot dogs, sausage, bacon, and ribs, because like full-fat dairy, they're high in saturated fats, explains Kimberlain.

What do you eat with sausage pinwheels? ›

The best side dishes to serve with sausage rolls are french fries, blooming onion, crispy green beans, cheese dip, crispy chicken Wings, crab cakes, coleslaw, potato salad, stuffed mushrooms, onion rings, corn on the cob, grilled vegetables, jalapeno poppers, and macaroni salad. Now, let's get cooking!

What do you eat breakfast sausages with? ›

Our signature-seasoned sausage pairs perfectly with your favorite morning flavors—like eggs, potatoes, cheese, veggies, and more! So, if you're craving crepes, quiche, casseroles, or anything in-between, then you're in luck.

What do you eat German sausage with? ›

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How long can you eat sausage balls? ›

Of course, when you purchase properly packed sausage balls they will be safe in the refrigerator for a few days and up to a month in the freezer. It is a good idea to cook them while they are still fresh for optimum freshness and flavor. Cooked sausage balls can be kept for up to 3 to 4 days.

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