Description
Delicious bite-sized snacks made with sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and zesty Rotel tomatoes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, well drained
- 1½ cups Bisquick baking mix
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the breakfast sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, drained Rotel, Bisquick, and garlic powder if using.
- Mix well using your hands until combined, taking care not to over-mix.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Consider using fresh breakfast sausage for the best flavor, and do not skip draining the Rotel to prevent soggy balls.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg