Go Back
–+ servings
close up of Cream Cheese Sausage Balls on a plate
Print Recipe
5 from 1 vote

Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

These easy cream cheese sausage balls bake up golden, savory, and ideal for low-carb snacks or meal prep.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 5 servings
Author: Holly

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground breakfast sausage or Italian sausage
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. For easier cleanup, line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine sausage, cheese, cream cheese, egg, almond flour and baking powder. Mix until well combined.
  • Scoop 1 tablespoon portions of sausage and roll into a ball. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • Add in some extra spices like smoked paprika or a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
  • Fresh chives or green onions, chopped green chilies, or jalapenos can be added for extra bite.
  • Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.   

Nutrition

Calories: 616kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 1126mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 873IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 472mg | Iron: 2mg