Description
Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a deliciously cheesy and savory appetizer perfect for any gathering. Made with a blend of spicy Rotel tomatoes, creamy cheese, and flavorful sausage, these bite-sized balls are baked to golden perfection and offer a perfect balance of spice and creaminess.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound sausage
- 1 package cream cheese (8 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Other Ingredients
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes (10 oz)
- 2 cups biscuit mix
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is at the right temperature for baking the sausage balls evenly.
- Mix Sausage and Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the raw sausage, softened cream cheese, and the entire can of Rotel tomatoes. Stir the mixture thoroughly until it reaches a smooth and even consistency.
- Add Cheese and Biscuit Mix: Incorporate the shredded cheddar cheese and biscuit mix into the sausage mixture. Stir well until all ingredients are uniformly combined into a thick batter-like dough.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a small spoon, form the mixture into balls roughly 1 inch in diameter. This size allows for even cooking and easy serving.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the formed sausage balls evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
Notes
- Serve the sausage balls warm for the best flavor and texture.
- You can prepare these ahead of time and freeze them uncooked; bake straight from frozen cooling for a few extra minutes.
- Adjust the spice level by choosing either mild or hot Rotel tomatoes based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Rotel sausage balls, cream cheese sausage balls, cheesy sausage appetizer, spicy sausage bites, easy party appetizers
