⏱ 45 min totalKeto Sausage Balls
Per 1 serving · 94 g · 5 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein18g24% of calories
- Carbs4.1g6% of calories
- Fat23g70% of calories
- ✓ Keto-friendly
At a glance
One serving of Keto Sausage Balls (94 g) has 292 calories, with 18 g of protein, 4.1 g of carbohydrates and 23 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (70% of calories). It is high in protein (35% DV), Vitamin B12 (29% DV) and calcium (27% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 21%, 35% and 26% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein35%
- Vitamin B1229%
- Calcium27%
- Phosphorus29%
- Selenium25%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Riboflavin (B2)14%
- Niacin13%
- Iron10%
- Zinc15%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium21%
- Saturated fat35%
- Cholesterol26%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
¼ cup, shredded Mozzarella cheese
⅓ tbsp Cream cheese- 🥄⅛ cup Almond flour
³⁄₁₆ large Egg
1 ⅓ oz Pork sausage
Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Divide the sausage into equal portions, roll into balls, and cook until fully cooked. Set aside to cool.
- 3
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then mix with a fork until smooth.
- 4
Add almond flour and egg to the cheese mixture and mix thoroughly. If needed, microwave for another 20 seconds to help combine.
- 5
Use a spatula or your hands to ensure the dough is evenly mixed. Divide into balls (1 for each portion being prepared).
- 6
Flatten each dough portion, place a cooked sausage ball in the center, and wrap the dough around it. Place seam side down on the baking sheet.
- 7
Repeat with remaining dough and sausage. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the tops are browned.
- 8
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (94 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 67 μg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1 μg | 0% |
| Thiamine | 0.1 mg | 8% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | 14% |
| Niacin | 2 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 8% |
| Folate (B9) | 8 μg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 29% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 mg | 9% |
| Choline | 49 mg | 9% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 274 mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1 mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 163 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 204 mg | 29% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0 mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0 mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 14 μg | 25% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 1 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 12 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.1 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 0.1 μg | — |
| Fructose | 0 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 3 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 0.5 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.1 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0.3 g | — |
| Leucine | 1 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 0.1 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 5 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 66 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 0.1 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 2 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 1 μg | — |
Burning 292 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 55minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 35minCycling (moderate)
- 24minRunning (6 mph)
- 41minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Keto Sausage Balls?
One serving of Keto Sausage Balls (1 serving) has 292 calories, which works out to 310 calories per 100 g. That is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are Keto Sausage Balls high in protein?
It provides a solid 18 g of protein per serving (35% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 24% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are Keto Sausage Balls keto-friendly?
It can fit a ketogenic diet: 3 g of net carbs per serving, with carbs making up 6% of calories.
How much sodium is in Keto Sausage Balls?
483 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Keto Sausage Balls?
1.5 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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