15-Minute Spicy Sausage Cheese Balls – Irresistible Flavor Bombs
Spicy sausage cheese balls are a game day favorite. These cheesy, spicy bites are easy to make and perfect for parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spicy breakfast sausage (uncooked)
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (drained well)
- 1 ¼ cups Bisquick baking mix
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Mix the sausage, cream cheese, and drained Rotel in a large bowl.
- Add shredded cheddar and Bisquick. Combine until fully mixed.
- Scoop mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Drain Rotel well to avoid excess moisture.
- These can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg