Delicious Keto Cheesy Sausage Bites (Savory & Simple!)
Whip up a batch of these Delicious Keto Cheesy Sausage Bites for a quick breakfast, snack, or party appetizer! These savory, bite-sized morsels combine flavorful pork sausage with creamy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a touch of almond flour for a perfect low-carb, high-protein treat. They’re incredibly easy to make and are a delightful addition to your health journey!
Yields: Approximately 24-30 bites (depending on size) Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound raw pork sausage (e.g., breakfast sausage, mild or hot)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup almond flour, superfine blanched
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk or fork (for beating eggs)
- 1 ½-inch scoop (or spoon for forming balls)
Instructions on how to prepare Cheesy Sausage Bites:
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Take the raw pork sausage and cream cheese out of the refrigerator approximately 30 minutes before you plan to mix. Having them at room temperature makes them much easier to combine smoothly.
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Eggs: In a small bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a whisk or fork. Set aside.
- Combine All Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the room temperature pork sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, almond flour, softened cream cheese, and the beaten eggs.
- Using your hands, knead all the ingredients together until they are thoroughly and evenly mixed. Continue mixing until you no longer see streaks of cream cheese or unmixed flour.
- Form Bites: Use a 1 ½-inch scoop (like a small cookie scoop) to portion out the mixture, then roll each portion into a smooth ball. Alternatively, use a spoon to scoop and form the balls by hand.
- Place the formed sausage bites onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
- Bake: Bake the cheesy sausage bites in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C) for pork sausage.
- Cool & Serve: Remove from the oven. Let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
Enjoy these delicious and easy Cheesy Sausage Bites!
Tips for Success:
- Even Mixing: Ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly mixed is key to consistent flavor and texture in every bite. Don’t be afraid to use your hands for this step!
- Prevent Sticking: The parchment paper is crucial for preventing the bites from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Cook Thoroughly: Always ensure the pork sausage is cooked through to a safe internal temperature.
- Meal Prep Friendly: These bites are excellent for meal prepping. Make a large batch and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for quick breakfasts or snacks throughout the week. They can be reheated gently in the microwave or air fryer.
- Customization: You can add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder to the mixture for extra flavor, or a dash of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification:
These Cheesy Sausage Bites are a delightful addition to your health journey!
- High Protein: Yes, from the pork sausage and eggs.
- High Fat: Yes, from the pork sausage, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese.
- Low-Carb: Yes, by using almond flour and naturally low-carb ingredients.
- Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly. All listed ingredients are suitable for a ketogenic diet, provided your pork sausage does not contain added sugars or fillers.
- Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
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