Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

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1. Prep Ingredients

  • Drain Rotel in a fine-mesh strainer; press gently to remove excess liquid.
  • Shred cheese and soften cream cheese.

2. Mix the Dough

  • In a large bowl, combine sausage, Rotel, cream cheese, cheddar, baking mix, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Mix with your hands or a sturdy spoon until fully blended (it will be thick!).

3. Form Balls

  • Scoop 1–1½ tbsp portions; roll into 1-inch balls.
  • Place 1 inch apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

4. Bake to Golden Perfection

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Bake 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes for extra browning (watch closely!).

5. Serve Warm

  • Garnish with cilantro if desired.
  • Serve with:
    • Toothpicks for easy grabbing
    • Ranch or sour cream dip for cooling contrast
    • Extra Rotel or pickled jalapeños on the side

Serving Suggestions

  • 🎉 Party platter: With pretzels, veggie sticks, and guacamole
  • 🥳 Game day favorite: Alongside nachos and beer
  • 🧀 Appetizer trio: With deviled eggs and stuffed mushrooms
  • 🌮 Tex-Mex spread: With tortilla chips and queso

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

  • Fridge: Unbaked balls keep 1 day; baked up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: Raw balls on a tray, then bag. Bake from frozen (+5 mins).
  • Reheat: Oven at 350°F for 10 mins—keeps them crisp.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use a GF baking mix (like Bob’s Red Mill or King Arthur).

Q: Can I use turkey sausage?
A: Yes—but add 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent dryness.

Q: Balls falling apart?
A: Mixture too wet? Add 1–2 tbsp more baking mix. Or chill before rolling.

Q: Mild version?
A: Use mild sausage + mild Rotel—skip cayenne.

❤️ The Heart of the Dish

Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls aren’t just an appetizer—they’re a flavor explosion in every bite. They’re what you make when you want to impress without stress, or when you need a little spice to liven up an ordinary day.

So mix that dough, roll those balls, and bake with confidence. Because the best party foods aren’t complicated—they’re spicy, cheesy, and made with love.

“Good food doesn’t need a recipe—it just needs Rotel, sausage, and someone hungry.” 🌶️✨



 

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