Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a delightful, savory snack perfect for gatherings, game days, or just a cozy family breakfast. Combining the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the spicy bite of sausage and the light crunch of biscuit mix, these bite-sized treats are both hearty and flavorful. The combination of sharp cheddar cheese adds an extra layer of indulgence, making these sausage balls irresistibly cheesy and savory. Easy to prepare and bake, they’re perfect for making ahead and can even be frozen for convenience.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground pork sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose biscuit mix (like Bisquick)
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and ground sausage. Mix thoroughly until the cream cheese is evenly incorporated.
- Add the biscuit mix, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the sausage mixture. Continue mixing until all ingredients are well combined.
- Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy your Cream Cheese Sausage Balls with your favorite dipping sauce or as a standalone snack!
