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Delicious Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls for a tasty appetizer or snack.

Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

Delicious and easy snack or appetizer made with sausage, cream cheese, and Rotel tomatoes. Perfect for parties and game days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage, mild or hot, uncooked Choose your preferred heat level.
  • 1 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, very well drained Ensure they are well drained to prevent sogginess.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the uncooked breakfast sausage, softened cream cheese, and well-drained Rotel tomatoes.
  3. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are combined.
  4. Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the sausage is cooked through and the balls are golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm with ranch dressing, hot sauce, or creamy dip. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.