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Savory Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

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These easy 5-ingredient sausage balls combine spicy sausage, creamy cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for parties, brunch, or snacking, they’re quick to make and always a hit.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground pork sausage (spicy or mild)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes & green chilies, drained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups Bisquick baking mix
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Optional: hot sauce or ranch dressing for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Allow cream cheese to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, or microwave for 10 seconds to soften.
  3. Drain Rotel tomatoes and green chilies well using a fine mesh strainer.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel, shredded cheddar cheese, and Bisquick baking mix. Mix until well combined (about 3-5 minutes).
  5. Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  6. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. The sausage balls should feel firm and the bottoms slightly crisp.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool on the tray for 3-5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack if desired.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute Bisquick with a GF biscuit mix or almond flour plus baking powder. For vegetarian, use plant-based sausage and dairy-free cheese/cream cheese. Chill mixture for easier rolling if sticky. Freeze unbaked balls for up to a month; bake straight from frozen, adding a few minutes to cook time. Do not overmix to avoid tough texture. Drain Rotel well to prevent soggy balls.

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Keywords: sausage balls, Rotel, cream cheese, appetizer, party food, easy recipe, Bisquick, cheddar cheese, crowd-pleaser, snack

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