Fiery Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
These fiery Rotel cream cheese sausage balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer, perfect for parties or a satisfying snack. Combining savory sausage with the kick of Rotel and creamy cheese, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Large Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound hot breakfast sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies 10-ounce, undrained
- 2 cups baking mix (like Bisquick)
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and the entire can of undrained Rotel, mixing thoroughly.
- Crumble in the raw hot breakfast sausage, then add the baking mix, shredded pepper jack cheese, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Using your hands, mix all the ingredients until fully combined into a thick, sticky dough with no unmixed streaks.
- Roll the mixture into small, golf-ball-sized spheres (approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter) and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove the sausage balls from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
These sausage balls are great as an appetizer or a quick snack. They can be made ahead of time and reheated. Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spice. Ensure the internal temperature of the sausage reaches 160°F (71°C) for food safety.