Can I prep these ahead of time and bake later?

Absolutely! You can assemble, shape, and refrigerate the bites a day ahead. Just pop them into the oven when ready to bake—add a few extra minutes if baking from cold.

Should the hashbrowns be thawed first?

No need! Frozen hashbrowns hold together well and help the bites keep their structure. Just break up any clumps before mixing.

Can I use another type of sausage?

Yes! Any ground breakfast sausage works—try maple, spicy, turkey, or chicken sausage. Just make sure it’s raw when mixing in.

What’s the best way to reheat leftovers without losing their crunch?

Reheat in an oven or air fryer for 5–8 minutes at 350°F. This brings back the crispiness you love—avoid the microwave if you want to preserve that texture.

Crispy Hashbrown Sausage Bites Recipe

Description

Crispy Hashbrown Sausage Bites are the perfect bite-sized appetizer or snack, combining savory breakfast sausage, creamy cheese, and shredded hashbrowns into deliciously golden, cheesy morsels. Easy to prepare and irresistibly crunchy, they’re a hit at any party or breakfast gathering.

Ingredients

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Meat & Dairy

1 lb breakfast sausage
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Dry Ingredients

1 1/2 cups Bisquick

Vegetables

4 cups frozen shredded hash browns

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking when your sausage bites are prepared.
Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the breakfast sausage, softened cream cheese, Bisquick, shredded hash browns, and shredded cheddar cheese. Use your hands or a sturdy spatula to thoroughly mix everything until well combined and evenly distributed.
Shape the mixture: Scoop a portion of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form balls about 1 ½ inches in diameter. Repeat until all of the mixture is used and you have evenly sized balls for even baking.
Arrange and prep for baking: Place the formed balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure to space them out so they won’t stick together as they bake.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the sausage bites for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Rotate the tray halfway through baking for even color.
Serve: Let the bites cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm as a tasty breakfast or a party appetizer.

Notes

For best results, use cold shredded hashbrowns to help the mixture hold together.
This recipe can be made ahead—simply form the bites and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Try adding your favorite herbs or spices to the mixture for added flavor.
Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or spicy ketchup for extra deliciousness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
Calories: 441 kcal
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 674 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 43 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 11 g
Cholesterol: 41 mg