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Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe

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These Cream Cheese Sausage Balls combine savory ground sausage with sharp cheddar and creamy cream cheese for a delightful appetizer or snack. Baked until golden and flavorful, they are perfect for parties, brunches, or casual gatherings. Soft and cheesy on the inside with a slight crisp on the outside, these sausage balls are easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 5-6 dozen (approximately 60 sausage balls)

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp oil
  • 1 pound ground sausage (hot or mild)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese

Other Ingredients

  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup green onions or scallions (about 1 bunch), finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the sausage balls.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and oil. Stir thoroughly with a large spoon until evenly mixed. Alternatively, you may substitute with 2-1/4 cups of Bisquick for convenience.
  3. Combine Sausage Mixture: Add the ground sausage, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions to the flour mixture. Using your hands, gently mix and squeeze all ingredients together until well incorporated and uniform in texture.
  4. Form Balls: Take portions of the mixture and roll them between your palms to form approximately 1-inch diameter balls. Aim for smooth and evenly shaped sausage balls.
  5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the formed sausage balls on a baking sheet or cookie sheet. Space them fairly close together but not touching to allow even cooking.
  6. Bake: Bake the sausage balls in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on the outside. This ensures they are cooked through and deliciously crispy on the exterior.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the baked sausage balls to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
  8. Storage and Reheating: These sausage balls can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a 350°F (177°C) oven for about 10 minutes before serving leftovers.

Notes

  • The sausage can be either hot or mild depending on your preference.
  • For a quicker option, substitute the dry ingredients with Bisquick mix.
  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for a more pronounced flavor.
  • Forming the balls evenly ensures they bake uniformly.
  • These sausage balls freeze well; freeze cooked or uncooked balls and bake or reheat when needed.
  • To make smaller or larger sausage balls, adjust baking time accordingly.
  • Reheating in the oven preserves the exterior crispiness better than a microwave.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/cream-cheese-sausage-balls-recipe/