Easy Rotel Beef Sausage Balls Recipe – Perfect Appetizer!
These Rotel Sausage Balls are a delightful combination of seasoned beef sausage, zesty Rotel, and shredded cheese, making them the ultimate party appetizer. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 sausage balls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies, drained very well
- 1 pound ground beef sausage
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups baking mix (e.g., Bisquick)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a very large mixing bowl, combine the baking mix and the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring to ensure even distribution.
- Add the thoroughly drained Rotel to the bowl, then crumble in the raw ground beef sausage.
- Using your clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons each, and place them about an inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the sausage balls cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sausage ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure the Rotel is drained very well to avoid excess moisture in the mixture. You can experiment with different cheeses or add spices like garlic powder or smoked paprika for extra flavor.