Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
These delightful Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a perfect combination of spicy, creamy, and savory, making them a fantastic appetizer or party snack. With the kick of Rotel tomatoes and the richness of cream cheese, they are sure to be a hit at gatherings.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper or cooking spray
- 1 microwave-safe bowl
- 1 fork or spoon for mixing
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes, drained For a milder flavor, use original Rotel tomatoes instead of the spicy variety.
- 2 cups Bisquick mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the softened cream cheese for about 30 seconds to make it easier to mix.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and drained Rotel tomatoes. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- Add the Bisquick mix, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until a dough forms and all ingredients are combined.
- Use your hands to roll the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a milder flavor, you can use original Rotel tomatoes instead of the spicy variety.
These sausage balls can be made ahead of time and frozen. Just bake them from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Feel free to dip these sausage balls in your favorite sauces like ranch or barbecue for extra flavor.