Name: Easy 4 Ingredient Einkorn Sausage Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: 1 lb mild breakfast style sausage; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2 cups all purpose Einkorn flour

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Savory and delicious, this recipe for easy einkorn sausage balls utilizes only four ingredients and is given a little nutrient boost with the addition of einkorn flour! They come together quickly for the perfect addition to your breakfast table.

Sausage balls are a Christmas morning staple at our house. I hate to say I don’t make them very often any other time of year, but honestly I don’t know why! They are easy to make and so darn good.

A lot of sausage ball recipes are made with the addition of Bisquick, but I like to make mine with einkorn flour! This simple swap works perfectly in this recipe for an easy nutrient boost and to add some additional protein.

Our whole family devours them and I’m sure yours will, too! Let’s make ’em.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

BOOSTED WITH NUTRIENTS: Einkorn flour is an ancient grain that hasn’t been processed the same way regular all purpose flour has. Due to this, it is packed full of protein and vitamins, and boasts a much lower gluten content than modern flour, making it a good option for those who may be gluten sensitive.
PERFECT MAKE AHEAD BREAKFAST: These sausage balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 1 day and in the freezer for up to 3 months, make them a great make-ahead breakfast option.
CROWD PLEASER: These einkorn sausage balls are great for feeding a crowd. Easy to whip up and everyone loves them!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Sausage: I used mild breakfast style sausage in this recipe.
Cream Cheese: Softened, please! It will make the mixture come together much easier.
Cheddar Cheese: I used grated sharp cheddar cheese. Feel free to experiment with other flavors. Pepper jack would be delicious!
All Purpose Einkorn Flour: I use Jovial foods brand.

How to Make Einkorn Sausage Balls

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, combine sausage, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and einkorn flour.
Turn the mixer on medium-low speed, mixing thoroughly until all the ingredients are combined.
Using a medium sized cookie scoop or just your hands, begin grabbing some of the sausage mixture and rolling it into balls. Place each sausage ball about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes or until completely cooked through. Enjoy!

How to Quickly Soften Cream Cheese

If you’re in a pinch and need the cream cheese softened FAST, follow these instructions:

Fill a bowl with hot water. Place the cream cheese directly in the water (making sure the outer foil is still intact!)
Let the cream cheese sit for 10-15 minutes until perfectly softened. Voila!

Quick Tips for Success

I used mild breakfast style sausage in this recipe, but you could use hot if you prefer!
I highly recommend lining your baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures that the sausage balls won’t stick to the pan once cooked, making cleanup a breeze!
If you’re feeding a crowd, this recipe easily doubles.

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FAQs & Storage

Yes! I recommend freezing uncooked sausage balls. They will store well in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Just note that you will have to adjust the cooking time to bake a few minutes longer if baking them straight from the freezer.

You don’t have to look far to find a long list that boasts all of the health benefits of einkorn flour. It is a delicious ancient grain that hasn’t been processed the same way as modern-day wheat. Packed full of nutrients, it is a great way to sneak in more protein and vitamins into your standard recipes! It has a high protein content and a much lower gluten content that is easier to digest, making it a great option for folks who are gluten sensitive.

There could be a couple issues here. There may have been too much flour added (if this is the case, try adding less next time or adding a little milk). The sausage balls may have also been overcooked.

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Yield: 20 sausage balls

Easy 4 Ingredient Einkorn Sausage Balls

Savory and delicious, this recipe for easy einkorn sausage balls utilizes only four ingredients and is given a little nutrient boost with the addition of einkorn flour! They come together quickly for the perfect addition to your breakfast table.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb mild breakfast style sausage
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups all purpose Einkorn flour

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a large mixing bowl, combine sausage, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and einkorn flour.
Turn the mixer on medium-low speed, mixing thoroughly until all the ingredients are combined.
Using a medium sized cookie scoop or just your hands, begin grabbing some of the sausage mixture and rolling it into balls. Place each sausage ball about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes or until completely cooked through. Enjoy!

Notes

I used mild breakfast style sausage in this recipe, but you could use hot if you prefer!

I highly recommend lining your baking sheet with parchment paper. This ensures that the sausage balls won't stick to the pan once cooked, making cleanup a breeze!

If you're feeding a crowd, this recipe easily doubles.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 217Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 325mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 8g

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