Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a perfect appetizer for parties or snacks. Made with ground pork sausage, creamy cream cheese, baking mix, and sharp cheddar cheese, these bite-sized treats are savory, cheesy, and golden brown on the outside with a moist, flavorful center.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose baking mix (such as Bisquick)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Mix Sausage and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork sausage and softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until well blended to create a uniform texture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the baking mix and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Use your hands or a spoon to knead the mixture until everything is fully combined and forms a thick dough.
- Shape the Balls: Roll the dough mixture into 1-inch diameter balls and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Bake the sausage balls in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The outside should be slightly crisp while the inside remains tender.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the sausage balls warm. They pair wonderfully with dipping sauces such as ranch or honey mustard.
Notes
- For easier mixing, allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature before blending it with the sausage.
- You can prepare the sausage balls ahead of time and freeze them. When ready to bake, place them frozen on the baking sheet and add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Serve with your choice of dips like ranch dressing or honey mustard for added flavor.
