Description
These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a savory and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Made with ground pork sausage, creamy softened cream cheese, spicy Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, baking mix, and sharp cheddar cheese, these bite-sized balls are baked to golden perfection, offering a melty, cheesy, and slightly spicy snack that’s easy to prepare and irresistible.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground pork sausage (spicy or regular)
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained well
- 1 1/2 cups baking mix (like Bisquick)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground pork sausage, softened cream cheese, thoroughly drained Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, baking mix, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Use your hands or a spoon to blend everything evenly into a uniform mixture.
- Form the sausage balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls using your hands, and place them spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the sausage balls for 20 to 25 minutes until they turn golden brown and are cooked through completely.
- Cool and serve: Allow the sausage balls to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving them warm to enjoy their melty and savory goodness.
Notes
- Ensure the Rotel tomatoes are well drained to avoid excess moisture, which can affect the texture.
- For a milder flavor, use regular sausage instead of spicy.
- You can customize the cheese by using a sharper cheddar or mixing in other cheeses like Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.
- These sausage balls can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
