Gluten Free Sausage Balls Recipe for Party Appetizers

Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Sausage Balls

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups gluten-free flour (use a 1:1 baking flour for best texture)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (or substitute 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme leaves (about 5 sprigs)
• 4 tablespoons ghee, melted and cooled slightly (substitute vegan butter to keep fully dairy-free)
• 1 pound bulk pork breakfast sausage
• 1 large egg, whisked
• 1/2 cup dairy-free creamer (or substitute whole milk)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutritional yeast (or cheese), kosher salt, and chopped thyme. Add the melted ghee and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly and dough-like.
3. Add the pork sausage to the bowl and break it into smaller pieces. Use your hands to work the sausage into the flour mixture until the meat is evenly distributed.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, dairy-free creamer (or milk), and Dijon mustard. Pour this liquid mixture into the sausage mixture.
5. Use the back of a fork and your hands to thoroughly combine and mash the ingredients together until the dough holds together well.
6. Using a small cookie scoop (about 1 tablespoon) or a spoon, drop portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. With damp hands, roll each portion into a smooth ball.
7. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the pork is fully cooked and the exterior is lightly golden. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your oven and the size of the balls.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool briefly before serving. These are best served warm.

Notes

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