Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls

These keto Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls are a tasty, & palatable snack/appetizer, packed with wonderful taste. They are prepared with garlic, sausage, cheddar cheese, garlic, and a little almond flour. Rich nutrition is provided by the sausage, and a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth quality is guaranteed by the cream cheese. These cheesy, garlicky balls make a great bite-sized treat since they are soft on the inside and crispy on the exterior. You’ll love these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls as you may also prepare them in advance, which makes them ideal for weekday fast snacks or meal prep. These adaptable and freezer-friendly keto sausage balls are a must-have keto dish.

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STATS:

• Calories: 190 kcal
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Serving size: 1 ball
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Total time: 30 minutes
• Course: Appetizer
• Diet: Keto, Low-carb, or gluten-free
• Serving: 12 balls

EQUIPMENT:

• Baking sheet
• Spatula
• Parchment paper
• Mixing bowl

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb. sausage
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup almond flour
• 2 oz. cream cheese
• 2 pieces garlic
• ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

SAUSAGES:

• Use ground Italian or breakfast sausage Depending on your preferred flavor. You can use any sausage variety you want like spicy, sweet, or moderate to get the preferred level of heat.

CHEDDAR CHEESE:

• If you like a more subdued flavor, mild cheddar works well, while sharp cheddar adds a pleasant tang. Although pre-shredded cheese is practical, its texture may be marginally impacted by the anti-caking coating.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Almond flour gives a taste of nuttiness and aids in binding everything and it is also an excellent low-carb & gluten-free choice. Coconut flour is an option if you’re trying to avoid nuts.

CREAM CHEESE:

• The cream cheese aids in providing the moisture and it also adds richness in these sausage balls. We should have to use the soft cream cheese which is at ambient temperature to make them blend easily.

GARLIC:

• Fresh garlic gives the burst of flavor. We can use a garlic press or finely chop the garlic. you may alternatively sauté the garlic beforehand for a milder flavor.

ITALIAN SEASONING:

• This seasoning adds depth to flavor in these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls. We can simply add more herbs if we want the stronger taste in our sausage balls.

BLACK PEPPER POWDER & SALT:

• Salt & pepper is added to improve the taste of the dish, and add the salt according to the salt level of the sausage.

EGGS:

• The egg serves as a binder to keep everything together during the cooking process.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. Turn the oven on to 375°F.
2. Take a large mixing bowl and add the black pepper powder, sausage, salt, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, almond flour, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
3. We can mix everything till it’s properly mixed then we can add the egg.
4. We can use the hands or a cookie scoop to form the dough into tiny balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
5. Then arrange them on a baking sheet coated with paper.
6. Then bake sausage balls for 18 to 20 minutes in the oven or till they get cooked through & golden brown.
7. We can serve these sausage balls warm with a keto-friendly sauce like ketchup.

TIPS:

• We can prepare these sausage balls in advance and keep them in the refrigerator for up to three days.
• You can add more onion powder or garlic powder to the mixture for taste.
• Broil the sausage balls for the final two to three minutes of baking if you like a crispy outside.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We can put these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls in the seal container and store these sausage balls for three days.

FREEZER:

• We can line these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls on the baking sheet and freeze them till they get solid and then transfer these balls in the seal bag and store these sausage balls for 3 months.

REHEAT:

• We can warm up these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls in the oven for the best outcomes.

FAQs:

Are these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls low in carbs?

• Yes these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls low in carbs and it is only comprises of 12g proteins, 2g carbs, 1g fiber, 190 kcal, and 2g total carbs is present in an individual serving of this dish.

How can we store these Sausage Balls?

• We can put these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls in the seal container and store these Sausage Balls for three days in the fridge; if we want to store them in the freezer then we have to place the balls on the baking sheet and place in the freezer to get solid then transfer these balls in the seal bag and store these sausage balls for 3 months.

Will we add some keto veggies in making these Cheesy Garlic Sausage Balls?

• Yes we can add any of our favorite keto vegetable in this Cheesy Garlic Sausage Ball like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 190 kcal
Potassium: 150mg
Carbs: 2g
Iron: 1.2mg
Total carbs: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Calcium: 100mg
Protein: 12g
Iron: 1.2mg
Sodium: 350mg