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Spicy Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Irresistibly Spicy Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Recipe

Delicious Spicy Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls that are quick, easy, and perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Mixture
  • 1 lb Breakfast sausage ideally spicy
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies drained
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese and breakfast sausage until smooth.
  3. Fold in the drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies until evenly distributed.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix shredded cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet sausage mixture, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
  6. Form the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  8. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These sausage balls are perfect for any occasion and can be made ahead of time.

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