You know that one thing at the party that’s gone before you even make it to the table? That’s these sausage balls. No fork, no dipping sauce, no fuss, just crispy, cheesy bites with a little kick and a lot of flavor. I’ve made the classic kind, but these almond flour sausage balls are just as good. A little less doughy, a little more texture, and just as delicious.

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The Snack That Disappears First

It’s always the small bites that vanish first, isn’t it? Whether it’s a lazy weekend brunch, game-day snack spread, these sausage balls are the first to disappear.

I’ve made the classic version, the one without Bisquick. But these? These almond flour sausage balls are in another league. Crisp edges, cheesy middles, a little extra texture, and not a hint of sogginess. They’re great straight from the oven, and still tasty once they’ve cooled (which makes them a dream appetizer).

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“My little super picky 3 year old will not eat the ones with Bisquick and LOVES these!!! This is the highest compliment because she will literally ONLY eat chick fil a nuggets and fruit so to have something else to add to the list is truly a Christmas Miracle!!!.”
Melissa

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And no fork needed! That’s key for party food. I’ll serve them alongside a dreamy peach baked pancake for brunch or pile them up with a stack of buttery waffles for a breakfast-for-dinner night. Or just make a batch and sneak them one at a time from the fridge.

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Why I Keep These on Repeat

Comes together in minutes—just five ingredients.
No greasy fingers or doughy middles.
They hold up beautifully at room temp.
Work for breakfast, lunchboxes, or game-day spreads.
Naturally gluten-free and,bonus, they are keto friendly and gluten-free.

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The Only Ingredients You Actually Need

Here’s what really matters. Everything else? Check the recipe card at the bottom for full details.

Breakfast sausage – Go bold. Neese’s hot sausage is my go-to, but any high-quality breakfast sausage will work.
Almond flour – I always use Bob’s Red Mill. Just make sure it’s flour, not almond meal.
Cheddar cheese – Freshly grated. Always worth the extra 90 seconds.

Sausage balls next to a bag of almond flour.

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Let’s Make Some Magic

With only 5 ingredients, Keto sausage balls with almond flour are just as easy to make as regular cheesy sausage balls . You can use a food processor, mixer or your hands.

Step 1: Toss it all in

The ingredients for sausage balls in a food processor. — combine all ingredients and in a food processor or stand mixer.

Step 2: Scoop and shape.

Sausage balls on a wire rack before they have been baked. — Use a cookie scoop to make even balls.

Step 3: Bake ’til golden.

Baked sausage balls on a wire rack. — Cook them on a rack to avoid the grease.

Low carb sausage balls on a serving tray.

Once baked, let them cool and freeze in a zip-top bag. To reheat, just thaw, sprinkle with a little water, and warm them up in the oven. They’ll taste just as good as the day you made them.

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Keto Sausage Balls with Almond Flour

Author: Barbara Curry

4.70 from 42 votes

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PREP: 15

COOK: 18

TOTAL: 33

Servings:

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350º. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment and place a wire rack inside.
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Using your hands, mix well. You can also use a food processor or stand mixer.
If using a food processor, grate the cheese first and add almond flour, baking powder and process until combined. Add half of the sausage and process, then add the rest of the sausage and the egg and process until well combined.
Using a small ice-cream scoop, form into balls about 11/2 to 2 tablespoons in size.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until slightly browned. Remove to wire rack to cool slightly.

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Barbara’s Tips + Notes

You can use a food processor, stand mixer, or your hands to combine the ingredients.
You a small ice cream scooper to make the balls all the same size.
Use the best quality sausage you can find for less greasy sausage balls.
Don’t over bake, take them out as soon as they are slightly browned.