Description
Spicy rotel cream cheese sausage balls combine zesty sausage, tangy cream cheese, and sharp cheddar for an irresistible appetizer. Guests will devour these bite-sized treats at parties or game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1.5 cups Bisquick mix
- 1 pound (454 g) uncooked sausage
- 1 (8 oz / 226 g) package cream cheese (softened)
- 1 (10 oz / 283 g) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (thoroughly drained)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, creating an optimal cooking environment for the sausage balls.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine uncooked sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, Bisquick mix, and shredded Mexican cheese until the mixture becomes uniformly blended.
- Gently roll the mixture into compact, bite-sized spheres approximately 1 inch in diameter, ensuring consistent sizing for even cooking.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Strategically place the formed sausage balls on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining slight separation between each ball.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, monitoring until the balls develop a rich golden-brown exterior and appear fully cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and allow the sausage balls to rest for a few minutes before serving, which helps them maintain structural integrity and cool to a comfortable eating temperature.
Notes
- Opt for lean sausage to reduce excess grease and create a lighter texture in the sausage balls.
- Chill the mixture for 15-20 minutes before forming balls to help them hold their shape better during baking.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for unique flavor profiles.
- Ensure cream cheese is completely softened to guarantee smooth mixing and consistent texture throughout the mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg