Description
Keto Sausage Balls are bold, cheesy, and low-carb bites made with sausage, shredded cheese, and almond flour. Perfect for a protein-packed snack, appetizer, or quick breakfast, these savory bites are easy to make and keto-friendly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ tsp onion powder (optional)
- Optional: chopped parsley or jalapeños for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine sausage, cheddar cheese, almond flour, cream cheese, egg, baking powder, and seasonings.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined (using hands or a stand mixer).
- Scoop mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage or add jalapeños for an extra kick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Freeze unbaked or baked sausage balls for up to 2 months.
- Pair with mustard, ranch, or sugar-free BBQ sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sausage balls
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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