Ingredients
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Meat & Dairy
- 1 pound of breakfast sausage
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables
- 1 can (10 ounces) of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese and breakfast sausage until fully combined.
- Add the Rotel: Stir in the drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies until evenly mixed.
- Incorporate the Cheddar Cheese: Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese to add flavor and texture.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and baking powder. Gradually mix into the sausage mixture until fully incorporated.
- Form the Balls: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Monitor to prevent overcooking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy immediately or keep warm in a slow cooker for parties.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage for extra kick or mild for a tamer flavor.
- Make ahead and refrigerate the formed balls for up to a day before baking.
- Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or spicy mustard for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal