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Baked meatballs topped with melted cheddar cheese on a parchment-lined tray, reminiscent of the savory Rotel cream cheese sausage balls.

Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe

Mandy Applegate
Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are savory, cheesy, and have just the right amount of spice from the Rotel tomatoes and green chilies. They're a hit any time of year—the perfect appetizer for holiday gatherings, tailgates, or a cozy snack at home. They’re easy to make with minimal cleanup, and you can even prep them ahead of time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 15
Calories 239 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound sausage uncooked
  • 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, softened
  • 10 ounces can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies drained
  • 1 ¾ cups Bisquick baking mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together the uncooked sausage, softened cream cheese, and drained Rotel until well blended.
    1 pound sausage, 8 ounces (1 package) cream cheese, softened, 10 ounces can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • Stir in the Bisquick baking mix and shredded cheddar cheese until the mixture is fully combined.
    1 ¾ cups Bisquick baking mix, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange them on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Enjoy these delicious bites warm!

Notes

  • Room Temperature Cream Cheese: This makes mixing much easier and ensures everything blends smoothly.
  • Drain the Rotel Well: Too much liquid can make the mixture too sticky to shape.
  • Sausage Options: Hot breakfast sausage adds a nice kick, but you can use mild sausage, hot beef sausage, turkey sausage, or even Italian sausage for a different flavor. 
  • Cheese: Sharp cheddar is classic, but pepper jack cheese or mozzarella can give these a fun twist.
  • Bisquick: If you’re out of Bisquick, mix 1 cup of all-purpose flour with 1½ teaspoons of baking powder and a pinch of salt—it works like a charm!
  • Make Ahead: You can prep these up to a day in advance and refrigerate the unbaked balls. Just bake them fresh when you’re ready to serve. 
  • Freeze Before Baking: Shape them, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze until firm. Then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
  • Add an Extra Kick: A sprinkle of garlic powder, jalapeño rub, or even diced fresh peppers can up the spice level.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

  • Fridge: Store any cooled sausage balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Reheat them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to maintain their crispy texture.
  • Freeze: They also freeze well—just pop them into a freezer bag, and they’ll keep for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 9gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 470mgPotassium: 159mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 324IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 1mg
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