Description
A zesty, keto-friendly appetizer made with just spicy sausage, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese.
Ingredients
1 lb ground sausage (spicy preferred)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Combine the ground sausage, shredded cheddar, and softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: Mix thoroughly with your hands or a mixer until no streaks of cream cheese remain.
Step 4: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
