Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

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## **Instructions:**

### **Step 1: Preheat the Oven**
Preheat your oven to **375°F (190°C)** and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

### **Step 2: Mix the Ingredients**
In a large bowl, **combine the sausage, cream cheese, drained Rotel, shredded cheddar, and Bisquick mix**. Mix well until fully incorporated. This works best using your hands or a stand mixer.

### **Step 3: Shape the Sausage Balls**
Roll the mixture into **1-inch balls** and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.

### **Step 4: Bake**
Bake for **20-25 minutes**, or until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through.

### **Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!**
Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them **warm with dipping sauces** like ranch, honey mustard, or spicy mayo!

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## **Tips & Variations:**

🧀 **Extra Cheesy?** Add **Parmesan or Monterey Jack cheese** for even more flavor.

🌶 **Spicy Kick?** Use **hot sausage** or add a pinch of **cayenne pepper**.

🥓 **Bacon Lovers?** Mix in **cooked, crumbled bacon** for extra smokiness.

🍞 **No Bisquick?** Substitute with **2 cups all-purpose flour + 1 tbsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt**.

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## **What to Serve with Sausage Balls**

🥣 **Dips:** Ranch, honey mustard, or chipotle mayo.
🍳 **Breakfast:** Pair with scrambled eggs and toast.
🍽 **Party Spread:** Serve alongside chips, queso, and veggie platters.

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## **Storage & Reheating**

– **Refrigerator:** Store in an airtight container for up to **4 days**.
– **Freezer:** Freeze unbaked balls on a baking sheet, then transfer to a bag for up to **3 months**. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
– **Reheat:** Warm in the oven at **350°F (175°C)** for 10 minutes or in the microwave for 30 seconds.

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## **Final Thoughts**
These **Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls** are the perfect **appetizer, breakfast, or anytime snack**. They’re **cheesy, savory, slightly spicy, and completely addicting**! Whether you’re making them for a party or meal prep, they’re always a hit.

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