Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
These savory sausage balls are loaded with bold flavors, creamy textures, and a zesty kick from Rotel tomatoes and cream cheese, making them perfect for game day or holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 sausage balls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups baking mix (e.g., Bisquick)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and ground sausage. Mix until well combined.
- Add the drained Rotel tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the baking mix, stirring until the mixture becomes firm and holds its shape. Add more baking mix if the dough feels too sticky.
- Using a cookie scoop or your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For extra crispiness, bake an additional 2-3 minutes or place under the broiler for 1 minute. You can prepare the mixture the night before and bake fresh when ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sausage balls
- Calories: 180
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 8
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