Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are always a win because they only take a handful of ingredients to make. These easy to make appetizers have a flavor combination of sausage, creamy cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes, and the best part is they are ready in about 20 minutes.

Whether you’re hosting game day, heading to a potluck, or putting together an easy snack-style dinner, this recipe checks all the boxes with minimal prep and big payoff.

Why You’ll Love These Sausage Balls

• Extra moist (thanks to the cream cheese)
• Super easy to make ahead
• Delicious savory flavor from Rotel tomatoes
• Minimal prep + no mixer required
• Great for crowds and entertaining

Ingredients

• Ground sausage
• Cream cheese
• Rotel tomatoes (drained well)
• Baking mix
• Shredded cheese

How to Make Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Step by Step Instructions Overview

Step 1 – Add ingredients to a large bowl.

Step 2 – Mix until all ingredients are combined.

Step 3 – Roll into balls and bake as directed.

Step 4 – Let cool slightly before serving.

Substitutions & Variations

• You can use any shreddable cheese – try Pepper jack for extra heat or Fontina for a creamier version.
• You can use Rotel Hot for spicy lovers.

Serving Ideas

These go great with ranch dressing or homemade Chipotle mayo

Storage & Reheating

• These can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3–4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Raquel Pineira

These Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are soft, flavorful, and perfect for game day, parties, or easy entertaining. Cream cheese keeps them moist while Rotel tomatoes add just the right kick. This is a one-bowl, make-ahead appetizer that bakes up fast and disappears even faster. Great for potlucks, holidays, and freezer prep.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 305 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb. breakfast sausage
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 10 ounces rotel drained, and drained onto paper towels to remove the moisture
• 1.5 cups bisquick
• 2 cups shredded cheese

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment and set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sausage, cream cheese, rotel, bisquick, and shredded cheese, until well combined.
• Use a 1.5 inch cookie scoop to scoop out the mixture, and gently roll into a ball.
• Place them 2 inches apart on the parchment lined baking sheet.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, and use a thermometer to check that the largest one is 165 degrees internally.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 12gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 61mgSodium: 611mgPotassium: 202mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 437IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

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