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Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Irresistible Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls for Any Party

Enjoy these Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls, a savory and easy party appetizer that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Sausage mild or spicy
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel Tomatoes drained well
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Pepper Jack for extra kick
For the Binding Agent
  • 1 cup Bisquick Baking Mix or substitute with all-purpose flour mixed with baking powder and salt
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork sausage and softened cream cheese until smooth and fully combined.
  3. Stir in the drained Rotel tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the Bisquick baking mix, along with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, mixing well.
  5. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
  6. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until golden brown, checking for doneness starting at 20 minutes.
  7. Let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure you drain the Rotel tomatoes well to avoid excess moisture in the mixture. You can refrigerate shaped sausage balls for up to 24 hours before baking for a quick prep.

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