Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
Deliciously savory Cream Cheese Sausage Balls combine rich cream cheese and spicy sausage with a crispy golden crust, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 sausage balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and breakfast sausage. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, biscuit baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For an added twist, serve cream cheese sausage balls with a side of spicy mustard or ranch dip for dipping.
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