Easy & Delicious Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
These easy and delicious cream cheese sausage balls are a perfect low-carb, keto-friendly snack or appetizer. Made with lean sausage, sharp cheddar, and cream cheese, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground breakfast or Italian sausage
- 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces softened block cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup fine almond flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Instructions
- 1. Get Ready: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). For super easy cleanup, line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Mix It Up: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground sausage, shredded cheddar, softened cream cheese, egg, almond flour, and baking powder. Mix until all the ingredients are just blended together – don't overmix!
- 3. Shape Them: Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture for each ball. Roll them lightly with your hands and place them evenly on your prepared baking sheet.
- 4. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sausage balls are beautifully golden brown and cooked through. Let them cool slightly before enjoying!
Notes
These sausage balls are excellent as a snack or appetizer and can be made ahead of time!
Nutrition Information per serving: Calories: 616 kcal, Total Carbs: 5g, Net Carbs: 4g, Fats: 54g, Protein: 29g.
