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If you are looking for the perfect appetizer, make Cream Cheese Sausage Balls! They are tender, cheesy and full of flavor perfect for the holidays, game days or anytime you need a bite-size snack.

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Why You’ll Love Cream Cheese Sausage Balls!

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These Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the kind of recipe that everyone loves! I first made them for a holiday brunch, and they’ve become a staple ever since.

The cream cheese keeps them soft and moist inside, while the crispy edges add just the right bite. Whether I’m serving them as a party appetizer or a quick breakfast-on-the-go, they never last long.

If you’ve only had the these Classic Sausage Balls before, this creamy twist will be your new favorite! Takes only 15 minutes to prep with simple ingredients and perfect to make a batch ahead of time to have ready for all your holiday plans!

Ingredients

A marble surface displays bowls of shredded cheddar cheese and flour, a stick of unsalted butter in its wrapper, and a block of cream cheese—ingredients perfect for making Cream Cheese Sausage Balls.
  • Hot Sausage – Feel free to use regular sausage or turkey sausage
  • Block of Cream Cheese – Make sure it is softened to room temperature
  • Bisquick Mix – Binds the ingredients together. Feel free to also use Homemade Bisquick
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese – You can also use sharp cheddar cheese

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How to Make Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese

A lined baking sheet on a white hexagonal tile surface, surrounded by all the ingredients you need to make cream cheese sausage balls—shredded cheddar, a block of cream cheese, sausage, flour, and a gray cloth.

Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

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Step 2 – In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sausage with the cream cheese with a sturdy spoon or with your hands until it’s all well combined. You can also mix in a bowl of a stand mixer.

A glass mixing bowl filled with shredded cheddar cheese and the base for Cream Cheese Sausage Balls sits on a countertop, surrounded by a wooden spoon, gray towel, open notebook, and an ice cream scoop.

Step 3 – Add in the Biscuit mix and stir until combined and then gently stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.

A baking sheet lined with parchment paper holds 20 evenly spaced, round scoops of uncooked cream cheese sausage balls, ready to be baked. The tray sits on a marble surface, perfect for delicious cream cheese appetizers.

Step 4 – Using a 1 inch cookie scoop, from the sausage mixture into 1 inch balls and place them on the baking sheet leaving room between each one so that they get cooked all the way through. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to chill.

Step 5 – Bake for 25-30 minutes in a preheated oven, flipping them halfway through the baking time, until they are cooked through and golden brown.

Step 6 – Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes and then they are ready to serve and enjoy the Best Sausage Balls!

Close-up of golden-brown Cream Cheese Sausage Balls with melted cheese and sprinkled with chopped parsley, stacked on a white plate.
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Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

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If you are looking for the ultimate appetizer, make Cream Cheese Sausage Balls! They are tender, cheesy and full of flavor perfect for the holidays, game days or anytime you need a bite-size snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Let Rest: 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8
Cuisine American
Course Appetizer
Calories 426
Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sausage with the cream cheese with a sturdy spoon or with your hands until it’s all well combined.
  • Add in the Bisquick baking mix and stir until combined and then gently stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Using a 1 inch cookie scoop, from the mixture into 1 inch balls and place them on the baking sheet leaving room between each one so that they get cooked all the way through.
  • Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to chill.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through the baking time, until they are cooked through and browned.
  • Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes and then they are ready to serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

Based on the size of your baking sheet and sausage balls, you may need an extra baking sheet. Mine made approximately 36 sausage balls and I was able to fit them all on 1 large baking sheet.
If you are sensitive to heat, you can use regular pork sausage instead of the hot pork sausage.
You can use a hand held mixer or stand up mixer to mix the ingredients together but since the mixture is thick, it does easily get stuck to the beaters so I prefer mixing by hand.
If you like your sausage balls extra cheesy, you can easily add in more cheese based on your preference.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 426kcal, Carbohydrates 16g, Protein 15g, Fat 33g, Saturated Fat 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat 3g, Monounsaturated Fat 12g, Trans Fat 0.1g, Cholesterol 84mg, Sodium 829mg, Potassium 226mg, Fiber 0.5g, Sugar 4g, Vitamin A 566IU, Vitamin C 0.5mg, Calcium 173mg, Iron 1mg

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Helpful Tips

  • Baking Sausage Balls – Based on the size of your baking sheet and sausage balls, you may need an extra baking sheet. Mine made approximately 36 sausage balls and I was able to fit them all on 1 large baking sheet. Bake in a single layer.
  • Type of Sausage – If you are sensitive to heat, you can use regular pork sausage instead of the hot pork sausage.
  • Combining Ingredients – You can use a hand held mixer or stand up mixer to mix the ingredients together but since the mixture is thick, it does easily get stuck to the beaters so I prefer mixing by hand.
  • Soften Cream Cheese – It blends much easier and helps bind the mixture.
  • Use Freshly Shredded Cheese – It melts better than pre-shredded varieties.

Variations Ideas

  • Add Maple – Add 1 Tbsp maple syrup for a sweet-savory combo. This is a great option when serving for breakfast or brunch.
  • Fresh Herbs – Mix in chopped parsley or chives for extra flavor.
  • Add More Cheese – If you like your sausage balls extra cheesy, you can easily add in more cheese based on your preference.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Sausage Balls Ahead of Time?

Yes! Mix and shape the 1-inch balls, then refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

How to Store Leftovers

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat the leftovers in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or microwave for 30–45 seconds.

Can I Freeze Sausage Balls?

Absolutely! Freeze unbaked or baked bisquick sausage balls for up to 3 months in a freezer safe container or freezer bag. Thaw in the fridge when ready to reheat.

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Hi, I’m Carrie Barnard — a professional food blogger with over 14 years of experience helping busy families make dinner fast, easy, and affordable.

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  1. Lorraine Haley says:

    Can you use hot Italian sausage for these sausage rolls?

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    1. Kathy - Eating on a Dime Team says:

      Lorraine – Yes, feel free to substitute. Let us know how they turn out.

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  2. Casey says:

    5 stars
    My go-to appetizer for holiday parties! This recipe was so easy and everyone loved it.

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