Cream Cheese Sausage Balls: A Soft, Cheesy, Crowd-Favorite Appetizer
If you're searching for an easy, creamy, and irresistibly delicious appetizer, these Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the perfect choice. Made with simple ingredients—sausage, Bisquick, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese—this recipe delivers soft, flavorful bites that are ideal for parties, gatherings, holidays, or quick snack platters.
These sausage balls are tender on the inside, golden on the outside, and packed with cheesy richness. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, you’ll want to make a double batch every time!
Why You’ll Love These Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
This upgraded version of the classic sausage ball recipe adds cream cheese for extra softness and flavor. Here’s what makes this recipe so good:
- Soft and moist texture
- Cheesy and creamy in every bite
- Easy to roll and keeps its shape while baking
- Perfect for parties and snacking
- Beginner-friendly and made with pantry staples
Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage (mild or spicy—your choice)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Extra cheese optional for richer flavor
How to Make Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
1. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Sausage and Cream Cheese
Using a stand mixer or mixing bowl, combine:
- 1 pound sausage
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
Blend until smooth and fully incorporated.
3. Add Bisquick
Add 2 cups Bisquick baking mix and mix until a thick dough forms.
4. Add Cheddar Cheese
Fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
Stir until the cheese is evenly distributed.
5. Shape Into Balls
Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form 1-inch balls.
Place them on the baking sheets with slight spacing.
6. Chill the Dough
Refrigerate the sausage balls for 10 minutes.
This helps them keep their shape during baking.
7. Bake
Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
Serving Ideas
Serve warm with your favorite dips:
- Ranch
- BBQ sauce
- Honey mustard
- Spicy mayo
- Marinara sauce
Perfect for game nights, parties, or snack boards.
Storage and Freezing
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze: Freeze before or after baking.
- Freeze on a tray first, then move to a freezer bag.
- Bake from frozen by adding about 5 minutes.
Final Thoughts
These Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are soft, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying—everything you want in a quick appetizer. With their simple ingredients, great texture, and guaranteed crowd appeal, they’ll become your go-to recipe for gatherings and easy entertaining.