Description
Cheesy Rotel Sausage Balls are the ultimate party appetizer that combines savory sausage, creamy cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes into irresistible bite-sized treats. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or any festive occasion, these cheesy delights are sure to impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up a batch in no time. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with your favorite dips, these sausage balls are guaranteed to be the star of any spread. Elevate your next gathering with this flavorful and comforting snack that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups biscuit baking mix (like Bisquick)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, biscuit mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm; garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg