🔥 Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls 🧀🌶
✨ Introduction
These creamy, cheesy sausage balls are packed with flavor and heat—perfect for appetizers, game day, or cozy nights in!
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups (200g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 lb (450g) ground sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 1/2 cups biscuit mix (like Bisquick)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sausage, cream cheese, Rotel, cheddar, biscuit mix, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
- Form balls: Scoop mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped herbs and serve warm with dipping sauce if desired.
💡 Tips
- Make ahead: Freeze uncooked balls and bake straight from frozen—just add 5 extra minutes.
- Dip ideas: Serve with ranch, spicy mayo, or sour cream.
- Spicy twist: Use hot sausage or add chili flakes for extra heat.