Game Day Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese 

These Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese are a savory, cheesy, and slightly crispy appetizer that's perfect for game day. Combining sausage, cream cheese, and a blend of seasonings, they're easy to make and sure to be a hit with your guests. Serve them with a side of ranch or marinara sauce for dipping.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• 1 cup all-purpose baking mix (such as Bisquick)

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare Sausage Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the breakfast sausage and softened cream cheese. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until well incorporated.

3. Add Dry Ingredients: To the sausage and cream cheese mixture, add the shredded cheddar cheese, baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.

4. Form Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.

6. Serve: Allow the sausage balls to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 150 kcal

• Protein: 9g

• Fat: 12g

• Carbohydrates: 1g

• Fiber: 0g

• Sugar: 0g

• Sodium: 400mg