Looking for a satisfying, keto-friendly snack or appetizer? These low-carb sausage balls, made with ground pork, cream cheese, and a blend of cheeses, are perfect for any meal. They're simple to prepare, high in protein, and ideal for a low-carb lifestyle. The great thing about this recipe is it can easily be used for the filling of stuffed mushrooms or jalapeno poppers.
These sausage balls are perfect for breakfast, lunch or supper. They are versatile and perfect reheated too. You can even make these sausage balls in the air fryer too.
Low-Carb Sausage Ball Ingredients
Low-Carb sausage balls use ground pork, cream cheese, parmesan and shredded cheeses to form the base for an oven baked pork meatball. Add your favorite seasoning for your favorite flavoring, like cajun or BBQ seasoning.
How to Make Keto Sausage Meatballs
In a medium bowl, combine the pork sausage and three kinds of cheese. Add the seasoning of your picking. I love these sausage balls with cajun seasoning.
With a meat smasher, combine the meat and cheese. Incorporate the ingredients fully. This entire process works better if the cream cheese is softened.
Roll out the meatballs to form 12 meatballs. Each sausage ball should be the size of a golf ball or slightly larger. Place the sausage balls on a lined jelly roll pan.
Bake the sausage balls for 20-25 minutes on 400 degrees. Roll the sausage balls over one time during baking.
Remove the low-carb sausage balls from the pan onto a serving plate. These sausage balls are great with mashed cauliflower or zoodles.
Keep any leftover sausage balls in a microwave safe container for a quick reheat. Leftover low-carb sausage balls will be perfect the next day for a quick breakfast or leftovers at lunch.
Recipe Variations for Low-Carb Sausage Balls
- Spicy Sausage Balls: Swap regular sausage for a hot or spicy variety to add heat. You can also sprinkle in red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for extra spice.
- Cheese Choices: Try cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese for different flavors. Cheddar adds sharpness, while mozzarella gives a milder, creamy taste.
- Add-Ins: Mix in diced jalapeños, fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, or a dash of garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Gluten-Free Option: To make these gluten-free, ensure your sausage and cheeses are gluten-free and consider almond flour as an alternative to pork rinds.
These variations allow you to customize the sausage balls to suit your taste or dietary preferences!
Storage and Meal Prep for Low-Carb Sausage Balls
To make meal prepping easy, these sausage balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just place them in an airtight container. When ready to enjoy, simply reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
For long-term storage, you can freeze them. Lay the cooked sausage balls on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, bake from frozen at 350°F until heated thoroughly.
This makes them a perfect option for quick snacks, meal prep, or party appetizers!
More Low-Carb Recipes
Here are more low-carb sausage recipes:
- How to Smoke a Turkey Plus an Easy Smoked Turkey Brine Recipe
- Overnight Lettuce Salad - 7 Layer Salad with Cauliflower
- Crock Pot Low-Carb Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Smoked Honey Garlic Wings
๐ Recipe
Low-Carb Sausage balls
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork or sausage
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup colby jack cheese shreddedd
- ยฝ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning or BBQ seasoning
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Using a mix and chop or your hands, completely incorporate all the ingredients together.
- Roll into golf ball sized meatballs. Place on a parchment paper-lined jelly roll pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes on 400 degrees.
Nutrition
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