Description
Savory rotel cream cheese sausage balls bring Southern comfort to party snacks, blending spicy sausage with creamy cheese and zesty tomatoes. Guests will devour these irresistible bite-sized treats that promise bold flavors and quick preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild, hot, or spicy)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light spray of cooking oil.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate the breakfast sausage, thoroughly drained Rotel tomatoes, room-temperature cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, and baking mix.
- Knead the ingredients meticulously until they form a uniform, cohesive blend without any dry pockets.
- Craft the mixture into compact, bite-sized spheres approximately one inch in diameter, positioning them evenly across the prepared baking surface.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast for 22-24 minutes, ensuring the exterior turns a rich, golden-brown hue and the internal temperature reaches a safe cooking point.
- Once done, extract the tray from the oven and allow the sausage orbs to rest for 3-4 minutes, enabling them to stabilize and cool slightly.
- Optional: Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant visual and aromatic touch. Serve immediately while still warm for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Select spicy or mild sausage depending on your heat preference, balancing flavor intensity for different palates.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and turkey sausage to create a lighter, healthier version of the classic recipe.
- Prepare mixture ahead of time and refrigerate for 30 minutes to help balls hold shape better during baking.
- Customize by adding finely chopped jalapeños or green onions for extra zesty flavor dimensions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg