Would you like a Keto snack that has less than 1 net carb??
What snack could be better than Sausage Balls?!?!? How about sausage balls that are low carb and keto! These low carb sausage balls are Keto approved, low carb, sugar free, gluten free and diabetic friendly. “Best Keto Sausage Balls: Easy & Low Carb Recipe”
I have been on the keto diet for the past couple of years and I need those go to recipes that are easy and I can keep on hand.
This keto sausage ball recipe is easy to make. Basically, you add all the ingredients to a bowl, mix, form into balls and bake in the oven. Usually, I will double or triple the recipe, so that I can have these keto Sausage cheese balls in my freezer at all times.
I place them into a gallon Zip-loc freezer bag for storage in my freezer and then I just take a couple out of the freezer and microwave. They are a low-carb snack that comes in handy when you are tired and don’t know what to cook.
What dipping sauce can I dip sausage balls in?
The best dip for sausage balls is the sugar free pancake syrup!
- sugar free maple syrup – Lakanto sugar free maple syrup
- sugar free pancake syrup (this is my favorite)
- maple syrup
- sugar free jelly
- ranch dressing
- sour cream
- honey mustard
- Big Mac sauce
What side dishes go with sausage balls?
I love my sausage balls with egg muffins, so here’s a list of some egg muffin recipes!
- Keto Sausage Egg Muffins
- Bacon Spinach Egg Muffins (also Keto)
- Sausage & Egg Muffins (turkey sausage) (also Keto)
If you don’t like pepper jack cheese you may substitute any cheese like, mild cheddar, sharp cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, colby cheese or parmesan cheese. Also, the sausage could be substituted with a different meat like, ham, bacon, pepperoni or ground beef. The options are really endless.
Great Aldi Buys:
For most of my ingredients, I do purchase at Aldi Supermarket. I have found that the butter, cheese and eggs are cheaper at Aldis. You will need to purchase block cheese and then shred the cheese, because the pre-shredded cheese does have more net carbs than the block cheese.
This will save on net carbs, because the shredded cheese that you buy at the store has potato starch on it to prevent sticking, which increases the net carbs.
Almond flour can be purchased at Amazon online or at any local supermarket.
What is in a keto sausage balls recipe? (see recipe card for exact measurements)
This is one of the easiest low carb recipes that you will find. The common ingredients are easily found at your local grocery store.
- breakfast ground sausage: regular sausage, spicy sausage, hot sausage or Italian sausage
- egg
- Pepper Jack Cheese or choose your favorite cheese
- butter (melted)
- almond meal flour
- baking powder
- salt
*Not pictured is the almond flour, baking powder and salt
What other ingredients can I add to traditional sausage balls or these delicious keto sausage balls?
These following simple ingredients are not in this keto sausage ball recipe, however they could be added to the original sausage mixture recipe.
- garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- green onions
- red pepper flakes
- onion powder
- replace the almond flour with coconut flour
- replace the almond flour with crushed pork rinds (blend up pork rinds in a food processor)
- replace the almond flour with regular flour (for those who are not on a keto diet)
*The sausage can be any brand of breakfast sausage; Farmland, Potters or Jimmy Deans. These come in 1 pound packages, but they can be in links or patties, but since it’ll be mixed up raw with the other ingredients than it is easier to buy a 1 pound package and cheaper.
What supplies do I need to make this keto sausage ball recipe?
- large bowl
- wooden spoon
- baking sheet or cookie sheet
- spray oil, aluminum foil or parchment paper
- small cookie dough scoop
- spatula (to remove sausage balls from pan)
How do I make low-carb sausage balls? (scroll down for the printable recipe card)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- In a mixing bowl, add room temperature sausage, egg, shredded cheese, melted butter, almond flour, baking powder and salt
- Mix well and form into balls or use a cookie scoop, will make 28-32 sausage balls
- Place sausage balls in a single layer on greased baking sheet or parchment paper
- Bake approximately 20-23 minutes or until golden brown
- After the sausage balls have cooled, place in a Ziploc bag and put in the frigerator or freezer
Nutritional facts: per ball: 79 calores, 6g fat, 5g protein, 0.5 net carbs – amazing low carb count!
“Best Keto Sausage Balls: Easy & Low Carb Recipe”
What do you serve with sausage ball recipes?
Sausage balls are a the perfect appetizer, but they are also great as a meal or quick snack. Here are a few side dishes to serve with this easy recipe:
- scrambled eggs
- pancakes
- waffles
- Keto French toast casserole
- oatmeal
Keto sausage ball Q&A’s!
How do I store leftover sausage balls? Once sausage balls are cooled from the oven, place them into an airtight container. Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Can I eat sausage balls the next day? Yes! As long as the sausage balls were stored in the refrigerator or freezer, you can eat them the next day.
How do you store sausage balls for the next day? You can either place the leftover sausage balls in an airtight container or in freezer bags. They will stay good for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Can you make sausage ahead of time? Yes, you can make sausage balls the day before serving them. Once you have baked them and they have cooled, place them into an airtight container and refrigerator. Then, when you are ready to serve, place them into the oven to re-heat them.
Are sausage balls an appetizer or meal? Sausage balls are both a great appetizer and a meal, plus the perfect snack food!
How do I re-heat sausage balls? This is a great recipe to meal prep. I love to make extra sausage balls and freezer them. Then, when I am ready to serve them, I will place them frozen into the microwave and re-heat.
“Best Keto Sausage Balls: Easy & Low Carb Recipe”
Do you refrigerate sausage balls after making them? These low carb appetizers can stay out at room temperature for a maximum of 2 hours before placing them into the refrigerator or freezer.
Can you eat cold sausage balls? The best things in life are cold pizza and cold sausage balls! No, really it’s ok to eat cold sausage balls, as long as they have been cooked properly and stored in the refrigerator then they are fine to eat cold.
How do you tell if regular sausage balls are cooked? If you have made your sausage balls no bigger than a walnut then once they are brown and crispy then they are fully cooked inside. You can always use a meat thermometer and check the internal temperature.
Can you reheat sausages the next day? Yes, plus a good reason to make extras is to have some for the next day. As long as the leftover sausage balls were stored in the refrigerator they are good to re-heat the next day. I reheat mine in the microwave for a few seconds until warm.
How do you keep sausage balls warm at a party? After you have fully cooked your sausage balls you can place them into a crockpot with the setting on warm.
What easy keto recipes have all low carb ingredients? This easy sausage ball recipe has all low carb ingredients; sausage, almond flour and cheese. It is a simple recipe and can be a snack or a complete meal.
Can sausage balls be served at room temperature? Yes, but only leave the sausage balls at room temperature for no more than 2 hours, then place them into the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
How many days are sausage balls good for? Up to 3 days in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer. The best part of one of my favorite recipes is that you can meal prep extra and freeze.
Can you reheat sausage balls in air fryer? Reheat in an air fryer for 10 minutes at 350 degrees f.
What is the difference between cream cheese sausage balls and the classic Bisquick sausage balls? The traditional recipe calls for all purpose flour or Bisquick and it is not a low carb recipe. However, the cream cheese can be added to that recipe, plus it can also be added to a keto sausage ball recipe that calls for a cup of almond flour instead of regular flour.
Are sausage balls and cheese bites the same thing? Not quite, these both have some of the best ingredients, like cheese, but the cheese bites do not have any sausage in them.
Keto Sausage Balls
Here's a Keto recipe that is not only delicious, but only 0.5 net carb per sausage ball.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage ( your preference of hot or mild)
- 1 egg
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese or your choice of cheese
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- In a mixing bowl, add room temperature sausage, egg, shredded cheese, melted butter, almond flour, baking powder and salt
- Mix well and form into balls or use a cookie scoop, will make 28-32 sausage balls
- Place sausage balls in a single layer on greased baking sheet or parchment paper
- Bake approximately 20-23 minutes or until golden brown
- After the sausage balls have cooled, place in a Ziploc bag and put in the frigerator or freezer
Notes
Nutritional facts: per ball: 79 calores, 6g fat, 5g protein, 0.5 net carbs - amazing low carb count!
When can I serve sausage balls?
- game day
- birthday parties or your next party event
- for meal prep
- great for Thanksgiving Day morning or Christmas morning
Meal prepping these sausage balls for Christmas Day morning or Thanksgiving Day morning is the best way to help prevent a hectic Holiday morning. The whole family will be happy to wake-up and find breakfast is already done. So, choose your best sausage at your local supermarket and make these delicious sausage balls, whether they are for a great keto appetizer or for low carb snacks, they have a great taste and will keep you on your keto diet!
“Best Keto Sausage Balls: Easy & Low Carb Recipe”
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