Description
Cream cheese sausage balls are a must-try finger food, perfect for any gathering. These golden bites are crispy on the outside and bursting with savory flavors on the inside. Made with sausage, cream cheese, and cheddar, they’re easy to prepare and sure to disappear quickly at your next party or game day celebration. Enjoy them warm or cooled, and watch as they become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and breakfast sausage until well blended.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional chives until just combined.
- Using a tablespoon or small scoop, portion the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each ball.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sausage balls (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg