Description

These Cheesy Rotel Sausage Balls are a savory, gooey appetizer perfect for parties or a comforting snack. Made with ground sausage, cream cheese, Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, and biscuit baking mix, they bake to golden perfection with a flavorful kick from garlic and onion powder. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Sausage Ball Mixture

1 pound ground sausage
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups biscuit baking mix (like Bisquick)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Garnish (Optional)

Chopped fresh parsley or green onions

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Instructions

Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it well to prevent sticking.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, biscuit baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls, ensuring they are evenly sized for consistent baking. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet with some space between them.
Bake: Bake the sausage balls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through in the center.
Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and optionally sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for a touch of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Make sure to drain the Rotel tomatoes and green chilies well to prevent the mixture from becoming too wet.
For a spicier version, use hot Rotel or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
You can prepare the mixture in advance and refrigerate before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking cold.
Leftover sausage balls refrigerate well and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.