Description
These golden-brown sausage balls are a delightful appetizer or snack, bursting with flavors of sharp cheddar and Parmesan. Perfect for parties or gatherings, these savory treats are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground sausage, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, salt, and egg. Mix well.
- Form Balls: Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour with regular or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- For extra flavor, add crushed red pepper or fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
- These can be made ahead and reheated for quick snacks or appetizers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sausage balls
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
