Jalapeno Popper Sausage Balls

Take your appetizers to the next level with these cheesy, spicy Jalapeño Popper Sausage Balls. Packed with sausage, bacon, jalapeños, cheddar, and cream cheese, then seasoned with Blazing Star Reaper Rub, these bite-sized BBQ favorites are perfect for game day, cookouts, or party platters. Finish with a drizzle of hot honey for the ultimate flavor kick.

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🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb breakfast sausage (Jimmy Dean or similar)
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 fresh jalapeños, diced (roasted optional)
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 small box Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix (with seasoning)
• 2 tbsp Blazing Star Reaper Rub
• Melinda’s Hot Honey, for serving
  

 🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven or pellet grill – Set to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix ingredients – In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, cheddar, jalapeños, bacon, biscuit mix, and Reaper Rub until well blended.
3. Shape into balls – Roll into golf-ball–sized portions (about an ice cream scoop).
4. Bake – Place on a greased or non-stick baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve – Cool slightly, then drizzle with Melinda’s Hot Honey before serving.
   

💡 Pro Tip: For milder heat, use fewer jalapeños or swap the Reaper Rub for Blazing Star Original Rub.

🛒 Shop the Flavors

• Blazing Star Reaper Rub

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