Description
These Spicy Rotel Sausage Balls with Cream Cheese are the ultimate party appetizer—spicy, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for game day, holidays, or a snacky weekend, they deliver bold flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
1 pound spicy breakfast sausage
1 cup Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies drained
8 ounces cream cheese softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups baking mix like Bisquick
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
2. In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, drained Rotel, and baking mix. Mix until fully combined.
3. Scoop into 1-inch balls and roll until smooth.
4. Arrange on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Drain the Rotel well to avoid a soggy mixture.
Use a cookie scoop for even-sized balls and consistent baking.
For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper to the mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: sausage balls appetizer party snack