Easy recipe for 3 Ingredient Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
Craving the perfect appetizer? These easy Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are moist, savory, and a total crowd-pleaser. Try this simple recipe, which uses only three simple ingredients for a quick and delicious snack perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork sausage hot or mild, your preference
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose baking mix such as Bisquick
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the ground pork sausage, softened cream cheese, and all-purpose baking mix. Use your hands or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment to combine the ingredients thoroughly. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overwork the mixture.
- Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the sausage balls about an inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the balls are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should register 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the sausage balls cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a serving platter. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce like honey mustard or barbecue sauce.
Notes
Variations: For extra flavor, feel free to add 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of chopped green onions, or 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the mixture.
Storage: Store leftover sausage balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350°F oven until warmed through.
Freezing: These sausage balls freeze beautifully! After baking, let them cool completely. Place them on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen balls to a freezer-safe bag. They can be stored for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen in the oven.
