Spinach Sausage Balls
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Spinach Sausage Balls! Packed with the bold flavors of savory Italian sausage, creamy cheeses (including cheddar and Parmesan), and a generous dose of nutritious spinach, these bite-sized delights strike the perfect balance between indulgent and wholesome. Enhanced with aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning, each ball is a burst of flavor in every bite. Crispy panko breadcrumbs add just the right amount of texture, while a quick bake in the oven keeps them golden and deliciously moist. Perfect for serving as a party appetizer, game-day snack, or even a quick savory breakfast, these easy-to-make sausage balls are a guaranteed hit. Pair them with marinara or ranch for a dipping sauce that takes them to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Thaw the frozen chopped spinach and squeeze out as much excess water as possible using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground Italian sausage, thawed spinach, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and panko breadcrumbs.
Add the egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a wooden spoon until well combined.
Use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into 1-inch balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the sausage balls with olive oil to help them brown evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F or 71°C).
Remove from the oven and let the sausage balls cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or pair with your favorite dipping sauce like marinara or ranch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.9 g | 273% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.1 g | 496% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 788 mg | 263% | |
| Sodium | 6581 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 142.9 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1968 mg | 151% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2916 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
