There’s just something so satisfying about bite-sized comfort food—especially when it’s wrapped in golden, buttery biscuit dough and filled with creamy sausage and cheddar. These Savory Sausage Biscuits with Cream Cheese Filling are everything you want in a snack or party appetizer: hearty, cheesy, flavorful, and totally crave-worthy.

These little biscuit bites are a fun twist on classic sausage balls or breakfast biscuits, but with a creamy surprise inside. Each one is stuffed with a warm, savory mixture of cooked sausage, melted cheddar, and tangy cream cheese—all wrapped up in soft, flaky biscuit dough. And if you’re into sauces (who isn’t?), there’s also an optional honey-mustard dip that adds a tangy-sweet contrast that works beautifully with the rich filling.

Whether you’re serving these for brunch, game day, or a cozy night in, they come together quickly with the help of store-bought biscuit dough and a few simple ingredients. Plus, baking them in a mini muffin tin makes them perfectly portioned and great for feeding a crowd.

Let’s start by prepping the ingredients and getting these delicious bites into the oven.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Biscuits:

• 1 (16-count) can refrigerated biscuit dough
• 12 oz beef breakfast sausage, crumbled
• 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 Tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce (Optional):

• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 tsp lemon juice

STEP 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). To keep cleanup easy and make sure the bites don’t stick, lightly spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick spray or line with mini paper liners.

This recipe makes about 16 biscuit bites, so if you don’t have a mini muffin pan large enough, you can bake in batches or use a regular muffin tin—just watch the baking time.

STEP 2: Cook the Sausage

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula as it browns. This should take about 6 to 8 minutes. Cook until it’s fully browned and no longer pink in the center.

Once cooked, drain off any excess grease to keep the filling from being too oily.

STEP 3: Season & Combine

Transfer the hot sausage to a medium bowl. While it’s still warm, stir in:

• 4 oz softened cream cheese
• ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 Tbsp chopped chives (if using)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Mix everything together until the cheeses are melted into the sausage and the mixture is creamy and well blended. The warmth of the sausage will help everything come together smoothly.

This filling is flavorful on its own, but feel free to adjust with more garlic, chives, or even a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little kick.

STEP 4: Fill the Biscuits

Separate the biscuit dough into individual rounds. Gently flatten each round into a 3-inch disc using your fingers or the palm of your hand.

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the sausage-cheese mixture into the center of each disc.

Try not to overfill—just enough to create a creamy center without making it hard to seal.

Savory Sausage Biscuits with Cream Cheese Filling – Baking & Dipping Sauce Perfection

You’ve got your savory, creamy filling ready and your biscuit rounds stuffed with all that delicious sausage-cheese goodness—now it’s time to shape and bake these little bites into golden, puffed perfection. This is where everything comes together and your kitchen starts smelling absolutely amazing.

These Savory Sausage Biscuits bake up soft on the inside, lightly crisp on the outside, and full of melty flavor in every bite. And while they’re fantastic on their own, a simple homemade honey-mustard dipping sauce takes things up another level. Sweet, tangy, and creamy, it’s the perfect match for the richness of the filling.

Let’s finish up these snackable bites with a few quick steps.

STEP 5: Shape the Bites

Once your biscuit dough rounds are filled, gently fold the edges up and over the filling to form a sealed pouch. You can pinch the edges together with your fingers to make sure they stay closed during baking.

Place each sealed biscuit pouch-side down into one of the mini muffin cups. This helps the tops puff up and brown evenly, while keeping the filling neatly tucked inside.

Repeat until all your biscuits are filled and placed in the muffin tin.

STEP 6: Bake

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and puffed. The biscuit dough should be fully cooked through, and you may see a little of the creamy filling bubbling at the edges—that’s a good sign.

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bites cool for about 2 minutes in the muffin tin before transferring them to a serving plate or platter.

These bites are best served warm, but they’re still delicious at room temperature, making them perfect for entertaining or make-ahead snacking.

STEP 7: Make the Sauce (Optional but Recommended)

While the sausage biscuits bake, take a minute to whip up the optional honey-mustard dipping sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together:

• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Whisk until smooth and creamy, then cover and chill until ready to serve. This sauce adds a nice contrast to the rich filling with its tangy-sweet flavor.

You can also swap in your favorite store-bought mustard or dipping sauce if you’re short on time, but the homemade version takes just minutes and tastes amazing.

STEP 8: Serve

Once the biscuit bites have cooled slightly, transfer them to a serving dish and pair with a small bowl of dipping sauce on the side.

Whether you’re setting them out for brunch, serving them as party snacks, or grabbing one for a quick bite, these Sausage Biscuits with Cream Cheese Filling are guaranteed to disappear fast.

Savory Sausage Biscuits with Cream Cheese Filling – FAQs & Final Thoughts

Now that your Savory Sausage Biscuits are baked, golden, and ready to enjoy, you’ve got a snack or appetizer that’s bound to be a hit. These bites are simple to make, full of flavor, and so versatile—you can serve them for breakfast, brunch, game day, or any casual get-together.

Before you go, let’s answer some common questions about this recipe, share a few variations, and cover how to store leftovers (if you even have any).

1. Can I use a different type of sausage?
Absolutely. While beef breakfast sausage adds rich flavor, you can also use pork, turkey, or even spicy sausage if you prefer a kick. Just make sure it’s fully cooked before mixing with the cream cheese.

2. What kind of biscuit dough works best?
Any standard refrigerated biscuit dough will work, but choose one that separates easily into rounds. Avoid the flaky layers variety if you want a more uniform bite without separation.

3. Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare and fill the biscuit dough, then cover and refrigerate the unbaked bites for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, just pop them into a preheated oven. You may need to add an extra 1–2 minutes of baking time.

4. How do I store leftovers?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes to restore that fresh-baked texture.

5. Can I freeze them?
Yes. After baking and cooling, freeze the bites in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag or container. Reheat from frozen at 350°F until warmed through—about 10 to 12 minutes.

6. Can I make this without a muffin tin?
You can! Simply place the sealed biscuit pouches on a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam side down. They may spread slightly more, but they’ll still taste great.

7. Is the dipping sauce necessary?
Not at all—but it’s a nice bonus. The creamy honey-mustard pairs beautifully with the cheesy sausage filling, but feel free to swap in your favorite sauce or skip it entirely.

Final Thoughts: One Bite, Endless Possibilities

These Savory Sausage Biscuits with Cream Cheese Filling are the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat. They’re quick, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you stick to the classic sausage and cheddar combo or try fun add-ins like jalapeños, cooked bacon, or different cheeses, the possibilities are endless.

They also make fantastic grab-and-go snacks or a warm addition to a brunch spread. And that golden biscuit exterior with the creamy, cheesy center? Totally irresistible.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turns out. Did you serve it at a party or make a batch just for yourself? Either way, don’t be surprised if they disappear faster than you expect.

Until next time—happy baking, and enjoy every bite!

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