Description
These Delicious Beef Rotel Sausage Balls are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or snack, perfect for any occasion. Packed with juicy ground sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and spicy Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, these bite-sized treats are baked to golden perfection, making them an irresistible crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Main 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
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature before baking the sausage balls.
- 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. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
- Form Balls: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls. Place them evenly spaced about an inch apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the sausage balls are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the sausage balls from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavor and prevent burns.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the Rotel tomatoes to avoid excess moisture that could affect the texture.
- You can substitute biscuit mix with self-rising flour and baking powder for a homemade option.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch or spicy mustard for added flavor.
- These sausage balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month.
- Reheat in the oven to retain crispiness rather than microwaving.
