Description
Spicy Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the ultimate party appetizer, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. With a tantalizing mix of savory sausage, zesty Rotel, and creamy cheese, these golden-brown bites are perfect for game days, holiday gatherings, or cozy movie nights. Ready in under 30 minutes, they are sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for the recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground sausage, softened cream cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, flour, and egg. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and place on the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sausage balls (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg