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Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

These tasty sausage balls with cream cheese are tender and delicious. They're an entertaining standby for me — I'll never go back to making them the traditional way!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 people
Calories 3159.1 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Stand Mixer Fitted with a dough hook attachment for efficient mixing.
  • 1 Rimmed Baking Sheet A baking stone can also be used, ensuring even heat distribution.
  • 1 Instant-Read Thermometer Crucial for verifying internal temperature and food safety.
  • 1 Scoop (Optional) For consistent ball size.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1 ¼ cups baking mix such as Bisquick
  • 1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 8 ounce package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sausage, baking mix, cream cheese, and Cheddar cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment; beat on low speed until well combined, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a rimmed baking stone.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink in the center, 22 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is thoroughly softened to achieve a smooth, homogenous mixture without overworking the sausage. Overmixing can lead to a tougher texture in the final product. For added depth, consider incorporating a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of Worcestershire sauce into the mix. To enhance the presentation and add a fresh counterpoint, a sprinkle of finely chopped chives or parsley after baking would be excellent. Always verify the internal temperature of the sausage balls with an instant-read thermometer to guarantee they reach a safe 160°F (70°C) without becoming dry.