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Coming up with delicious alternatives to the usual foods is part of the fun when it comes to being on the keto diet. Just think about the endless possibilities of snacks, appetizers, and dessert recipes that could be created from ingredients that fit the keto lifestyle.
One of our favorite go-to recipes is Keto sausage balls with less than 6 ingredients! We love these for many reasons, but here are our top three:
Should you go to the grocery store and check out the pre-made sausage balls, you’ll find that they are traditionally made with pork sausage, cheese, and a few other ingredients like seasonings or vegetables.
They also have one important ingredient that gives them their signature flavor and texture, which is Bisquick or some other type of baking mix. Bisquick is usually a combination of flour, salt, baking powder and shortening.
Fortunately, on the keto diet you can still enjoy sausage balls without the Bisquick! All you need to do is substitute almond flour for the traditional wheat flour. Almond flour is high in healthy fats and low in carbs which makes it ideal for people following the keto diet.
Keto sausage balls are made from a combination of low-carb ingredients such as pork sausage, almond flour, coconut flour, egg, and cheese. Depending on the recipe, you may also find spices or herbs to add flavor.
Once all the ingredients have been combined in a bowl, the mixture is formed into little balls and then baked in the oven until golden brown. Served hot or cold, these keto sausage balls make a great snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by everyone on a low-carb diet.
For an added touch of flavor, you can sprinkle them with Parmesan cheese or top them with a dollop of low-carb sauce.
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Serving size: 4 balls | Calories 313 | Fat27g | Protein 13g | Total Carbs 5g | Net Carbs 4g | Fiber 1g | Sugar 1g
Serving Size: Calculated Per Sausage Ball (recipe makes about 25) | Amount Per Serving: Calories: 62 | Fat: 4.7g Carbohydrates: 0.9g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 2.4g
Serving Size: 1 ball (recipe makes 24) | Amount Per Serving: Calories: 53 | Total Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0g | Unsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 110mg | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Protein: 3g
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Keto sausage balls are delicious on their own, but they can also be enjoyed with a variety of dipping sauces. Some great options include:
One serving of keto sausage balls is typically considered to be 2-3 balls. Depending on the size and ingredients used, this can vary slightly from recipe to recipe.
For example, if you’re making large balls with a lot of ingredients in them, it might be more like 1 ball per serving. In general, though, 2-3 balls is a good guideline for how many to consider 1 serving.
On average, a single serving of keto sausage balls is two to three balls per person. If you’re looking for more protein or have higher calorie needs, you may want to double that amount and make four to six keto sausage balls per person.
To give you an idea, two keto sausage balls are approximately 130 calories, 15 grams of fat and 8.5 grams of protein. If you’re following a strict ketogenic plan, then you should take into account the carb count when determining how many keto sausage balls to eat for breakfast.
Two keto sausage balls contain 4.1 grams of net carbs, so be sure to adjust your carb intake accordingly if you’re trying to stay under a certain number each day.
For a complete breakfast meal with keto sausage balls, we recommend adding one to two servings of healthy fats (like olive oil or avocado) and at least one serving of fresh fruit or vegetable. This will help ensure you get a balanced keto meal and all of the essential vitamins and minerals your body needs to stay healthy.
Keto sausage balls can be a great addition to any ketogenic diet. They’re high in fat and protein, low in carbs, and easy to make. To keep your meal balanced, try adding one to two servings of healthy fats (like olive oil or avocado) and at least one serving of fresh fruit or vegetable to your breakfast plate.
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