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Understanding the appeal of appetizers is essential for any gathering, and savory snacks like Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Bites perfectly capture a crowd's attention. These flavorsome bites generously combine sausage, cream cheese, and cheese, offering a combination of savory and spicy that is sure to please all palates. With their delightful mix of flavors and appealing aroma, these bite-sized delights become a star attraction at parties, game days, or any social gathering.
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Savory Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Bites – The Ultimate Party Delight

These savory sausage balls combine ground sausage, cream cheese, and Rotel tomatoes for a delicious party snack. Perfectly baked, they are sure to delight your guests.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword appetizer, baked, cream cheese, party snack, Rotel, sausage
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground sausage
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies well-drained
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage with the softened cream cheese and mix until creamy.
  • Gently fold in the well-drained Rotel tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  • Scoop portions of the mixture and roll them into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve warm and enjoy the delightful flavors.

Notes

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an enhanced experience.