sausage balls with cream cheese
Sausage balls with cream cheese are a delicious and savory appetizer that combines the flavors of sausage and creamy cheese into bite-sized delights. Perfect for parties or game day, these cheesy morsels are easy to make and loved by everyone.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper or silicone baking mat (optional)
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spoon or cookie scoop
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and breakfast sausage. Mix until well-blended and smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt to the sausage mixture. Stir until everything is evenly combined and forms a dough-like consistency.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into balls (about the size of a golf ball). Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
These sausage balls are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can customize the flavors by adding herbs or spices of your choice, or by using different types of cheese. For a spicy kick, consider using hot breakfast sausage or adding red pepper flakes to the mixture.