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Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Cream Cheese Sausage Balls: Easy, Cheesy Party Favorites

Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are simple, cheesy bites that are perfect for any gathering, guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 lb Hot Pork Sausage Choose a hot variety for added spice or use Italian sausage for a milder flavor.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy blending.
  • 2 cup Baking Mix (Bisquick) Buttermilk pancake mix is a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Try substituting with Gruyere or Colby Jack for a different twist.
Optional Flavor Boosts
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add for a hint of heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Incorporate for an extra layer of savory flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Pairs perfectly with the sausage and cheese mix.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Combine softened cream cheese with the hot pork sausage in a large mixing bowl until well blended.
  3. Add baking mix to sausage-cream cheese mixture, stir, and fold in shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Portion the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Chill shaped sausage balls in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
  6. Bake sausage balls in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and optionally garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 75mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with dips like ranch dressing or honey mustard.

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