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A plate of golden-brown, cheesy sausage balls made with Rotel and cream cheese, showcasing their perfect texture.

Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls (The Only Recipe You'll Need)

These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the ultimate party appetizer! Made with just 5 ingredients, they are incredibly moist, flavorful, and easy to whip up for any occasion, from game day to holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 36 sausage balls
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb hot ground pork sausage
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 10 oz Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies drained well
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups all-purpose baking mix like Bisquick

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, softened cream cheese, well-drained Rotel, shredded cheddar cheese, and baking mix. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them about an inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Tip 1: For the best results, shred your own cheese from a block. It melts better and has a superior flavor.
Tip 2: Use a small cookie scoop to create uniformly sized sausage balls for even cooking.
Tip 3: Do not overmix the ingredients, as this can lead to tough and dense sausage balls.