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Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Delicious Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls for Every Party

These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are an irresistible appetizer, perfect for parties with a flavor-packed, creamy, and customizable taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Mix
  • 1 pound Ground Sausage Choose spicy for extra kick or mild for a softer taste.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Full-fat is ideal for flavor, but low-fat can work too.
  • 10 ounces Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies Ensure they're well-drained.
For the Cheese & Binding
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider using pepper jack for more heat.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Alternative flours can be used.
For Extra Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder You may swap in fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Can be reduced or replaced for less heat.
For Preparation
  • cooking spray or oil Cooking Spray or Oil For greasing the baking sheet.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and ground sausage; blend thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Fold in the well-drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, ensuring even distribution over 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese without overmixing, for around 2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in about 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the sausage mixture, folding gently for around 2-3 minutes.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing lightly.
  7. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball shape; place onto the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for crispiness.
  9. Cool slightly for about 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened, and drain Rotel tomatoes well. Customize the heat level as desired.

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