Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 1 ½ cups Bisquick
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained (1 can)
- 2 cups Mexican blend cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent burning and set them aside.
- Mix Cream Cheese: In a medium bowl, use an electric hand mixer to soften and smooth the cream cheese, preparing it for easy incorporation with the other ingredients.
- Combine Main Ingredients: Add the ground sausage, Bisquick, and drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies to the softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded Mexican blend cheese using a wooden spoon or your hands. Mix until evenly distributed through the sausage mixture.
- Shape Sausage Balls: Portion the mixture into 2 tablespoon-sized portions and roll each portion into a ball to create uniform sausage balls.
- Bake: Arrange the sausage balls on the parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Enjoy these savory appetizer bites at your next gathering!
Notes
- Softening the cream cheese before mixing helps create a smoother mixture and easier shaping.
- Draining the Rotel tomatoes reduces excess moisture which helps the sausage balls hold their shape better.
- Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat helps prevent sticking and burning on the baking sheet.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
- For additional heat, use spicy Rotel or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
