Delicious Beef Rotel Sausage Balls Recipe
These delicious Beef Rotel Sausage Balls are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer perfect for any occasion. Combining savory ground sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and zesty Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, these bite-sized treats are baked to golden perfection. They make a crowd-pleasing snack for parties, game days, or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 sausage balls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 cups biscuit mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the sausage balls evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, drained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, biscuit mix, milk, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir gently until all ingredients are just combined to maintain a tender texture.
- Form Balls: Use a cookie scoop or a tablespoon to portion out the mixture, then roll each portion into approximately 1-inch diameter balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about an inch apart to allow for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Bake until the sausage balls are golden brown on the outside and cooked through internally.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the sausage balls cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the Rotel tomatoes to prevent excess moisture from making the mixture too wet.
- For a spicier kick, you can add extra chili powder or diced jalapeños to the mix.
- Use a chilled baking sheet to help maintain the shape of the sausage balls during baking.
- These sausage balls can be made ahead and reheated for convenience at gatherings.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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