Cream Cheese Sausage Balls: Easy Party Appetizers
Cream cheese sausage balls are a delicious, savory appetizer that combines rich pork sausage, creamy cheese, and a hint of spice. Perfect for game days, holiday parties, or casual gatherings, these bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and sure to be a hit!
Equipment
- - Large mixing bowl
- - Stand mixer (optional)
- - Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- - Small cookie scoop (optional)
Ingredients
- - 1 lb 16 oz ground pork sausage (hot or mild)
- - 8 oz cream cheese softened
- - 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- - 2 cups Bisquick baking mix or all-purpose flour + 3 tsp baking powder + 1 tsp salt
- - ½ tsp garlic powder optional
- - ½ tsp onion powder optional
- - ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sausage, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and Bisquick mix. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Mix well using a stand mixer or your hands until fully combined. The mixture should form a dough-like consistency.
- Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Chill the sausage balls in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to help them hold their shape.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping the sheet halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.