Hash Brown Bites
Sep 07, 2026
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My sausage hash brown bites pack all your favorite breakfast flavors into one delicious bite. Sausage, hash browns, and cheese come together to make a bite that is hard to resist. These are perfect to serve for a brunch, at a tailgate, or even a hearty appetizer.
One of our favorite things to make, especially during the fall, is sausage balls. These hash brown bites are similar to our favorite sausage balls recipe but with the addition of shredded hash browns and some cream cheese to make them extra hearty and delicious.
Last year we went to tailgate and I knew I wanted to bring something filling that people could easily pick up and enjoy. These hash brown sausage bites ended up being the perfect choice. Everyone loved them and they were gone in no time.
Since then, I have been making these for a quick breakfast before school, for holiday mornings, and just to have around the house for snacking. They can be served warm or at room temperature and they make around 35 bites so they can feed a crowd or be frozen for later.
If you want more sausage ball ideas be sure to check out this Rotel cream cheese sausage balls recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snack. They are great served any time of the day.
- Grab and go and easy to pack. Bite sized, no utensils required.
- Great for entertaining. Serve these hash brown bites on a plate or platter for easy party food.
- Delicious breakfast flavors in one bite. Savory sausage, hash browns, and cheese come together for a tasty bite.
- Easy to make. You can assemble and bake these in about 30 minutes.
- Can be frozen. These are simple to freeze and eat later.
Ingredients
Hash brown bites use similar ingredients to classic sausage balls. Shredded hash browns add extra texture and flavor.
- Bisquick: Bisquick mix helps hold the ingredients together.
- Breakfast sausage: Use your favorite breakfast sausage. I like using Jimmy Dean regular sausage. You can substitute with sage or hot.
- Garlic powder: Adds a little extra savory flavor to the bites.
- Hash browns: You can use frozen thawed hash browns or refrigerated hash browns. Make sure to pat off any excess moisture.
- Shredded cheese: Shredded cheddar cheese adds great flavor.
- Cream cheese: Softened cream cheese helps to keep the hash brown bites moist and tender.
How To Make Hash Brown Bites
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Add cream cheese to a mixing bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until cream.
- Mix in Bisquick, garlic powder, and sausage.
- Stir in hash browns and shredded cheese until fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1 inch balls and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and sausage is cooked through.
- Serve and enjoy!
Heather’s Recipe Tips
- Use soften cream cheese to make it easier to mix.
- Remove extra moisture from the thawed hash browns. I like to squeeze the thawed hash browns to remove any extra moisture.
- Don’t over mix so that the bites don’t become too tough.
- Spray your hands with non stick cooking spray to help form the balls.
- Try to shape in similar size so that they cook evenly. I like using a cookie scoop or tablespoon for this.
How To Serve Hash Brown Bites
These sausage bites are delicious on their own but I also like serving them with dipping sauces like:
- Gravy: Country gravy or white gravy make a hearty dip.
- Syrup: Sausage and syrup are a delicious sweet and savory combination.
- Other sauces: A few other great dipping sauces include copycat Burger King zesty sauce, bloomin onion sauce copycat recipe, copycat McDonalds breakfast sauce, and copycat Red Robin campfire sauce.
Variations
- Sausage: Try using spicy sausage, sage sausage, or even Italian sausage.
- Cheese: You can use other shredded cheese like shredded colby jack, monterey jack, or mozzarella.
- Biscuit mix: Substitute the Bisquick for Red Lobster biscuit mix.
Storage Instructions
Store: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350 or the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Freeze: Let the hash brown bites cool and then place on a baking sheet in the freezer for an hour. Place the bites in a freezer safe bag or freezer safe container.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use thawed, frozen hash browns or refrigerated hash browns. Make sure to pat them dry with a paper towel.
No, you don’t need to cook the sausage first. Just make sure the sausage balls reach 160 degrees F.
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Hash Brown Bites
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Bisquick
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese
- 8 ounce cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded hash browns, thawed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until creamy.
- Mix in the garlic powder, Bisquick, and sausage. Mix on low speed until combined.
- Stir in the hash browns and the shredded cheese.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until sausage is fully cooked through.
Notes
- Use soften cream cheese to make it easier to mix.
- Remove extra moisture from the thawed hash browns. I like to squeeze the thawed hash browns to remove any extra moisture.
- Don’t overmix so that the bites don’t become too tough.
- Spray your hands with non stick cooking spray to help form the balls.
- Try to shape in similar size so that they cook evenly. I like using a cookie scoop or tablespoon for this.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
