Zippy Sausage Spread
Indulge in the bold, savory flavors of Zippy Sausage Spread, the ultimate appetizer for your next gathering! This creamy, cheesy spread combines the rich taste of browned ground pork sausage with the tangy kick of hot sauce and smoky paprika. Blended with cream cheese and sharp cheddar for a velvety texture, and finished with a pop of freshness from chopped green onions, this dish strikes the perfect balance of heat and comfort. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s easy to prepare and pairs delightfully with crackers or toasted bread. Whether served warm or chilled, this crave-worthy sausage dip is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any party or potluck. Perfect for tailgates, game nights, or celebratory spreads, it’s a must-try for fans of bold-flavored appetizers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- optional crackers or toasted bread (for serving)
Instructions
Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the ground pork sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the sausage and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Set aside to cool slightly.
In the same bowl, add the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Using a spatula or hand mixer, combine all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Fold in the chopped green onions for a burst of freshness and mix until evenly distributed.
Transfer the sausage spread to a serving bowl and garnish with extra green onions if desired.
Serve immediately with crackers or toasted bread. Alternatively, refrigerate the spread for up to 3 days and bring to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2865 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 248.4 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.7 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 6693 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 130.3 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1118 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 554 mg | 12% | |
*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.
