Air Fryer Sausage Balls (Gluten-Free, Easy Recipe)

What you’ll love about these Gluten-Free Sausage Balls:

• Quick recipe and faster than the oven!
• Great for breakfast or an appetizer.
• Easy to make gluten-free.
• Prep the night before if needed and air fry in the morning!
• Crowd-Pleaser!
• Great with dipping sauces.

Ingredients for Air Fryer Sausage Balls:

• Ground Breakfast Sausage
• Gluten-Free or Regular Bisquick Pancake and Baking Mix
• Garlic Powder
• Milk
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Mix the breakfast sausage, Bisquick mix, garlic powder, milk and cheese in a large mixing bowl.
2. Using a cookie scoop, scoop the dough into balls. Roll them in the palm of your hand and place on a plate.
3. Line the air fryer basket or spray with grapeseed oil spray, then place them with enough space to cook evenly. (Using a Ninja Foodi Air Fryer, about 7 at a time can be cooked.)
4. Cook using the Air Fryer or Air Crisp function at 360 degrees F for 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees F.
5. Carefully remove and place on a cooling rack and repeat for additional batches.
6. Serve.

What sausage should you use for Air Fryer Sausage Balls?

These sausage balls need to be made with a ground mild, medium, or hot breakfast sausage. Be sure to use a breakfast sausage as this will already have seasonings in it.

If you use a plain sausage then there will not be additional seasoning, you would need to add it.

How do you make these gluten-free?

This recipe uses Bisquick or a baking mix. This can be store-bought in either gluten-free or regular. If you need this made gluten-free, purchase the gluten-free Bisquick.

If you want to make your own, this recipe for Homemade Bisquick is very simple to make with pantry ingredients.

This is the only ingredient swap needed to make these gluten-free.

Tips for Making Air Fryer Sausage Balls:

These sausage balls use simple ingredients that you will likely have on hand. They are ready to eat in about 10 minutes, but it is imperative to be sure they are cooked to the right temperature.

It’s best to use a quick read thermometer to be sure the internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees F to be considered well done.

• Do not overcrowd the basket, cook in batches if needed.
• If the mixture is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk.
• Use air fryer liners or parchment for easy cleanup if preferred, but be sure to have the parchment weighted down by the sausage balls before using the air fryer.

Can you make these as Ninja Foodi Sausage Balls or Ninja Crispi?

These sausage balls can be made in the Ninja Foodi or Ninja Crispi too easily, as you can see I used a Ninja Foodi to make them.

Use the Air Crisp function of your Ninja Foodi or Crispi and follow the recipe the same way as you would with a traditional Air Fryer.

Can you make these ahead of time?

Sausage balls can be prepped in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking them in the air fryer.

What should you serve Air Fryer Sausage Balls with?

This is going to depend on when you plan to serve them. If it’s an appetizer, then they are best served with a variety of dipping sauces or even gravy.

• Breakfast Gravy
• Honey Mustard
• Ranch Dressing
• Maple Syrup

If you are making these for breakfast, you can easily serve them with Air Fryer Hash Browns and Air Fryer Scrambled Eggs.

If you are making these for dinner, you could still do it breakfast for dinner style or pair them with Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes too.

Storage and Reheating Tips:

Once fully cooled store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat at 350 degrees F for 2-3 minutes in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Sausage Balls are packed with savory flavor and a hit at every party or family breakfast. The best part is they are very easy to make gluten-free!