Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls 🧀🔥
These cheesy, savory sausage balls are perfect for parties, game days, or quick snacks. With a hint of spice from Rotel tomatoes, they’re packed with flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1½ cups biscuit baking mix (or all-purpose flour)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine:
✅ Sausage
✅ Softened cream cheese
✅ Drained Rotel tomatoes
✅ Shredded cheddar cheese
✅ Biscuit baking mix
✅ Garlic powder, salt, and pepper - Mix until fully combined.
Step 3: Form the Sausage Balls
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with ranch dressing, hot sauce, or honey mustard for dipping! 😋
Pro Tips & Variations
✅ Extra crispy? Broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
✅ Low-carb? Use almond flour instead of biscuit mix.
✅ Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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