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Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Savory Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls for Easy Gatherings

These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are easy to make and perfect for gatherings, combining spicy sausage, creamy cheese, and zesty tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Balls
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Sausage or turkey sausage for a leaner option
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes well-drained
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese sharp cheddar recommended
  • 2 cups Bisquick Baking Mix or gluten-free baking mix
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder optional
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder optional
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork sausage and softened cream cheese until smooth.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  3. Stir in well-drained Rotel tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese until everything is evenly incorporated.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  4. Gradually add Bisquick baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to form a thick dough.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  5. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spaced 1 inch apart.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  6. Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden brown and firm.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  7. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm.
    Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure Rotel tomatoes are fully drained to avoid soggy balls. You can make sausage balls ahead and refrigerate or freeze them for convenience.

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