Description
Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are a cheesy, spicy, and savory appetizer perfect for parties, game nights, and gatherings. Made with sausage, cream cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and cheddar, these bite-sized snacks are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground sausage (hot or mild)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes (drained)
- 2 cups baking mix
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine ground sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes, baking mix, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Form the Balls – Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake – Transfer the sausage balls to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve – Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce
Notes
- Different Cheese Options – Swap cheddar for pepper jack, mozzarella, or a mix of cheeses.
- Spice Level Adjustments – Use hot sausage and extra Rotel for more heat, or mild sausage for a kid-friendly version.
- Gluten-Free Option – Use a gluten-free baking mix.
- Extra Seasonings – Add smoked paprika, cayenne, or Italian seasoning.
- Air Fryer Method – Cook at 375°F for about 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sausage balls, Rotel sausage balls, cream cheese sausage balls, party appetizers, easy snack recipes