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Spicy Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

These little spicy sausage balls combine creamy, tangy cream cheese with Rotel tomatoes and ground sausage, making for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground sausage (mild or spicy, pork or turkey)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes, drained (approx. 10 oz)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup Bisquick mix can substitute gluten-free baking mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, add the softened cream cheese and break it up with a fork so it starts to loosen.
  3. Add the ground sausage, drained Rotel tomatoes, shredded cheddar, Bisquick, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Mix with your hands or a sturdy spoon until everything is evenly combined and you have a cohesive mixture.
  5. Scoop and roll into small balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the outsides are golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reaches 160°F (71°C).
  2. Let cool a few minutes on the pan, then serve warm.

Notes

These sausage balls can be frozen raw or baked ahead. For a gluten-free version, substitute a 1:1 gluten-free baking mix for Bisquick. Let guests choose their preferred dip for serving.