Description
These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the ultimate savory appetizer—golden on the outside, cheesy and flavorful on the inside. They’re perfect for parties, game days, brunch spreads, or even make-ahead snacks. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, this crowd-pleasing bite will be your new go-to.
Ingredients
1 pound breakfast sausage
1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes, drained
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups Bisquick or baking mix
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, drained Rotel, cheddar cheese, and Bisquick.
3. Mix well using your hands or a sturdy spatula until fully combined.
4. Form into 1-inch balls using a tablespoon or cookie scoop.
5. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a spicier version, use hot sausage and spicy Rotel.
Make-ahead tip: shape and freeze before baking for quick snacks anytime.
Use a cookie scoop to ensure even sizing and uniform baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sausage ball
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 0.7g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3.5g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 5.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Rotel sausage balls, cream cheese appetizer, party snack