Here’s a classic, crowd-pleasing recipe for Cream Cheese Sausage Balls—soft, cheesy, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or parties.
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
Servings: ~24 small balls
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20–25 min
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage (raw, mild or spicy)
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder (optional, makes them a little puffier)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. - Mix ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, cheddar, flour, and baking powder. Mix well until a uniform dough forms. - Form balls:
Scoop out small portions (about 1–1.5 tablespoons each) and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart. - Bake:
Bake 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Sausage should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). - Serve:
Serve warm as an appetizer, snack, or breakfast side.
Tips:
- Use spicy sausage for a little kick.
- You can freeze uncooked balls: bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to cook.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika to the mixture.
If you want, I can give a mini air fryer version that cooks them in 10–12 minutes for an even faster snack. Do you want me to do that?
