Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
About This Recipe
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a rich twist on the traditional sausage ball. The addition of cream cheese makes them extra moist, tender, and flavorful, preventing dryness while adding a creamy bite. They’re easy to make, freezer-friendly, and always disappear fast at gatherings.
Prep & Baking Time
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Bake time: 18–22 minutes
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Total time: 35–40 minutes
Ingredients (Makes about 30 balls)
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450 g (1 lb) pork breakfast sausage
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225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick)
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½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
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¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
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In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, baking mix, garlic powder, and black pepper.
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Mix until fully combined. Using clean hands works best for even mixing.
Step 3: Shape
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Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing slightly apart.
Step 4: Bake
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Bake at 190°C / 375°F for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
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Let sausage balls rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Tips for Perfect Sausage Balls
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Room-temperature cream cheese mixes more evenly.
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If mixture feels sticky, lightly grease your hands.
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For crispier bottoms, bake on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
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Avoid overbaking to keep them soft inside.
Variations
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Spicy: Use hot sausage or add red pepper flakes
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Gluten-free: Use gluten-free baking mix
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Extra cheesy: Add an additional ½ cup shredded cheese
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Herb-flavored: Add chopped chives or parsley
Storage & Reheating
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Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days
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Freeze uncooked or cooked balls for up to 2 months
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Reheat in oven at 170°C / 325°F for 8–10 minutes or microwave briefly
Serving Suggestions
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Serve with honey mustard, ranch, or spicy mayo
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Add to breakfast spreads or brunch tables
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Perfect for game day, holidays, or potlucks
Why Everyone Loves These
Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are soft, flavorful, and never dry. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, they’re a reliable favorite that works for any occasion.