Description
These Irresistible Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game days, parties, or any casual gathering. They combine savory sausage, creamy cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes into easy-to-make, bite-sized balls.
Ingredients
- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 cups biscuit baking mix (like Bisquick)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the bulk pork sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes, biscuit baking mix, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, use a “hot” variety of Rotel.
- You can freeze the uncooked balls for later baking.
- These are great served with a side of ranch dressing or salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American