Description
Spicy Rotel cream cheese sausage balls bring Southern comfort to party appetizers with irresistible cheesy goodness. Packed with bold flavors and easy preparation, these bite-sized treats guarantee crowd-pleasing delight you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound uncooked sausage
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
- 1.5 cups Bisquick mix
Dairy and Cheese Components:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Additional Ingredients:
- 10 ounces Rotel tomatoes, drained
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick surface.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the raw sausage, softened cream cheese, well-drained Rotel tomatoes, Bisquick mix, and shredded cheese until all ingredients are evenly distributed and create a consistent mixture.
- Using clean hands or a small scoop, craft uniform spherical portions approximately one inch in diameter, ensuring each ball is compact and well-formed.
- Arrange the prepared sausage balls on the lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for even heat circulation and browning.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, monitoring the bottom of the balls to achieve a rich golden-brown color and ensuring the sausage is completely cooked through.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let the sausage balls rest for a few minutes to stabilize their shape and cool slightly before serving as a delightful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Drain Rotel thoroughly to prevent excess moisture, which can make balls soggy and less crispy.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and more uniform texture.
- For spicier version, choose hot sausage or add red pepper flakes to boost heat level.
- Replace Bisquick with almond flour or gluten-free baking mix for celiac-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 234 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg