Keto Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
Crispy, savory keto-friendly sausage balls made with ground sausage, cheddar moon cheese, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar. These low-carb, high-fat bites are ideal for breakfast, snacks, or appetizers. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple ingredients, they combine protein and richness in a portable snack.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 35 sausage balls 1x
- Category: Keto Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken or turkey sausage (hot or mild)
4 oz Cheddar Moon Cheese, finely ground into crumbs
1 cup shredded sharp or medium cheddar cheese
8 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Combine ground sausage, ground Cheddar Moon Cheese, and ½ cup shredded cheddar in a large bowl
Incorporate softened cream cheese until evenly mixed (add 1-2 tbsp almond flour if the mixture is too wet)
Roll mixture into 1-inch balls
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet
Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden and cooked through
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Ensure all cheeses used are low-carb and halal-certified if needed
For rich flavor, grind Cheddar Moon Cheese to achieve a fine breadcrumb texture
Handle mixture gently while forming balls to prevent cracks
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sausage ball
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg