These 5-ingredient Keto Sausage Balls are perfect for keto meal prep! Enjoy for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack!
Are you missing classic Bisquick sausage balls now that you’re following a keto diet? I’ve got a really great low-carb replacement for you!
These easy 5-ingredient keto sausage balls are perfect for keto meal prep, and they make an easy grab-and-go breakfast or appetizer! These sausage balls are just 0.8 net carbs per ball and couldn’t be easier to make!
If you are familiar with my site you know I have another recipe for Almond Flour Keto Sausage Balls. That recipe differs because the sausage is cooked and drained before adding the other ingredients.
This recipe uses uncooked sausage just like the traditional Bisquick Sausage Balls.
Recipe Ingredients
I know what you’re thinking, “A recipe for sausage balls without Bisquick?!” Just trust me, these cream cheese sausage balls taste just like the original, minus the carbs!
For this naturally gluten-free sausage ball recipe, you’ll need:
- Breakfast sausage
- Cream cheese
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Baking powder
- Almond flour
Can the Almond Flour Be Substituted?
Possibly, but I’ve tested this recipe the most using almond flour so that’s what I recommend using.
How to Make Keto Sausage Balls
This is a very easy sausage balls recipe. Here’s a look at how it’s made:
- Combine all of the ingredients until well incorporated.
- Lightly spray a large baking sheet or line with silicone baking sheets
- Roll the sausage balls into golf ball-sizes balls.
- Bake at 375ºF until done.
How Long to Cook Sausage Balls?
These low-carb sausage balls need to cook for roughly 20 to 24 minutes at 375ºF.
Can This Recipe Be Prepared in Advance?
Yes, you can mix together the sausage mixture, form the balls, and seal them in an airtight container until you’re ready to bake them off.
Or, you can prepare the entire recipe as written and either refrigerate or freeze the sausage balls until ready to eat.
Tips for Making Low-Carb Sausage Balls
- This recipe is easy to customize a bit based on your preferences. You can use spicy sausage to add a kick or switch up the cheese for another flavor combination. My personal favorite is spicy sausage and sharp cheddar cheese.
- Sausage balls freeze very well. When ready to eat, reheat for 20-second intervals in the microwave.
- Sausage balls can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. If serving these as an appetizer, store them in a Crockpot set to “Warm” or “Low” to keep warm.
More Keto Sausage Breakfast Recipes:
- Keto Sausage and Cabbage Breakfast Hash
- Keto Sausage Cheddar Biscuits
- Sausage Jalapeño Chafase
- Sausage Cream Cheese Pinwheels
Other Easy Keto Recipes
If you are new to a keto diet try my favorite Ham, Cheddar, and Jalapeno Bites, they contain only one net carb per bite and they are perfect for meal prep! One of my favorite easy low carb dinners is this One Pan Green Chili Chicken. It is so easy, cheesy and delicious and it has less than 4 net carbs per serving. Some low carb sweet treats are these Keto Chocolate Cookies or Espresso Truffles.
5 Ingredient Keto Sausage Balls
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly spray a large baking sheet or line with a silicone liner.
- Combine all of the ingredients until well incorporated. I find this easiest in my stand mixer. Tightly roll the sausage balls into golf ball size balls. I had 25 each.
- Bake 20-24 minutes.
Dorothy Reinhold says
Always a favorite during the holidays. I’m glad to have a keto version!
Katerina @ diethood .com says
These look SO GOOD!! A must try!
Sara Welch says
These were such a tasty little appetizer! Served them while we watched the game after Thanksgiving and they were a hit all around!
Catalina says
Deliciousness! I think my family will love these!
Beth says
These bring back all of the memories from childhood and holiday parties! They were a must! Some of our favorite appetizers to have!
Olivia says
These are my favorite grab and go breakfast to have on hand! SO GOOD!!
Emily says
Could these be frozen?
Annie says
Hi Emily, sure. Just freeze and store in an air tight container and reheat in 20 second increments until warm.
Jessica says
How many in a serving?
Annie says
Jessica, the nutrition is calculated her sausage ball so you can count your carbs based on how many you eat.
Sabrina says
What if we can’t use almond flour? (Some family members are allergic) what can we sub in?
Angela says
Can the mix be made ahead of time and stored in fridge until ready to cook?
Annie says
Hi Angela, yes I have mixed these the night before and then cooked them for breakfast and it worked perfectly.
Danielle says
Hi, do you cook the sausage prior or is it raw?
Annie says
Hi Danielle, yes it is raw when mixed.
Kristil says
These taste like Christmas and childhood. In short, this recipe is a GIFT!
Rach says
Add in a can of green chili’s….you won’t regret it!!! Thank you for posting this I have been craving these but didn’t want the gluten…you made this lady very happy!!! They are delish!!
Carlin says
This may be a dumb question… but how do you store these? Do they need to be refrigerated?
Kym says
Stir in a tsp of red pepper flake, or try using hot sausage. These were a huge hit in my house.
Annalee says
These turned out so well! The whole family enjoyed them!! I made a double batch and stored the extras in the fridge. I ate some cold for breakfast this morning. Thank you!
Deb Hughes says
These are DELICIOUS….easy to make and so tasty. Just YUMMO
Deb H says
These are SO delicious. I make then with chorizo Sausage. Second to none