Kicked Up Creole Sausage Balls: Easy Beef Treats with Turkey Bacon
These Kicked Up Creole Sausage Balls are a delicious twist on a classic snack, combining beef and turkey bacon for a flavorful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Creole
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound turkey bacon
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, finely chopped turkey bacon, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding hot sauce into the mixture or serve with a spicy dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg