Description
These Rotel cream cheese sausage balls are soft, spicy, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make—perfect for parties, game days, or a quick appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can Rotel (drained)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, drained Rotel, cheddar cheese, and baking mix.
- Mix thoroughly until a uniform dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
- For spicier sausage balls, use hot Rotel or spicy sausage.
- Make ahead and freeze; bake directly from frozen by adding 5 minutes.
- Serve with ranch or spicy mayo dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American