Irresistible Spicy Sausage Cheese Balls in 22 Minutes
Flavor-packed snack perfect for game days and parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spicy breakfast sausage (uncooked)
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (drained well)
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/4 cups Bisquick or all-purpose baking mix
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Mix sausage, cream cheese, Rotel, cheddar, garlic powder, and baking mix until fully combined.
- Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place sausage balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 18–22 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve with ranch, spicy mayo, or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Drain Rotel well to avoid excess moisture.
- Let the mixture rest for a few minutes before rolling for easier handling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg