{"id":3083,"date":"2025-03-22T16:33:54","date_gmt":"2025-03-22T16:33:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=3083"},"modified":"2025-03-22T16:33:54","modified_gmt":"2025-03-22T16:33:54","slug":"rotel-cream-cheese-sausage-balls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/22\/rotel-cream-cheese-sausage-balls\/","title":{"rendered":"Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ingredients You\u2019ll Need<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s everything you\u2019ll need to create these delicious sausage balls:<\/p>\n

For the Sausage Balls:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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    • 1 pound spicy ground sausage<\/li>\n
    • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n
        • 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel tomatoes (drained)<\/li>\n
        • 1 1\/2 cups baking mix (like Bisquick)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • 1\/2 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n
          • 1\/2 teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            For Serving (Optional):<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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              • Ranch dressing or sour cream (for dipping)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                • Chopped green onions (for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                  Step-by-Step Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

                  Step 1: Preheat the Oven<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                    1. Preheat your oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/li>\n
                    2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Step 2: Prepare the Mixture<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                      1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sausage, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, drained Rotel tomatoes, baking mix, garlic powder, and onion powder.<\/li>\n
                      2. Mix until all ingredients are well combined. (Using your hands works best!)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        Step 3: Shape the Balls<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                          1. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                            1. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              Step 4: Bake the Sausage Balls<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                                1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.<\/li>\n
                                2. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                  Step 5: Serve and Enjoy<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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                                  1. Arrange the sausage balls on a platter and garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.<\/li>\n
                                  2. Serve with ranch dressing or sour cream for dipping.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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