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Check out these cheese-stuffed sausage balls with Mexican sauce - they're a total hit at parties. When spicy sausage meets creamy cheese and tex-mex flavors, you get irresistible little bites. They're super easy to throw together and work great as appetizers or starters.
A mouthwatering flavor combo
These balls pack a punch thanks to the mix of Rotel sauce, spicy sausage and melty Mexican cheese. Using biscuit mix makes them quick to put together, while the cream cheese gives them that rich, smooth texture inside. Every bite is absolutely delicious!
What you'll need
- 500g raw spicy sausage meat: This gives everything its distinctive taste
- 250g softened cream cheese: For that smooth inside
- One drained can of Rotel sauce: The secret kick that makes them special
- 180g biscuit mix: Helps hold everything together
- 200g shredded Mexican cheese blend: For extra tastiness
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Step-by-step directions
- The oven
- I warm up my oven to 200°C for just the right cooking temperature.
- The mixture
- In my stand mixer bowl with the dough hook, I combine sausage, cream cheese, Rotel sauce, biscuit mix and shredded cheeses until everything's well mixed.
- Shaping them
- Using an ice cream scoop, I form 2-3cm balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cooking time
- I bake them for 18-20 minutes until they turn nicely golden brown.
Tips and storage ideas
You can freeze these balls raw which is handy for making them ahead. If you cook them straight from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time. Leftovers keep well in the fridge and warm up easily for a quick snack later.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What’s Rotel, and can I swap it?
- Rotel is diced tomatoes with green chilies. If you don’t have it, mix canned diced tomatoes with chopped green chilies instead.
- → Can I prep these meatballs ahead?
- Yes, roll the meatballs and keep them in the fridge for up to a day, or freeze them raw for up to three months.
- → No Bisquick at home—what do I do?
- Swap Bisquick with a mix of flour, baking powder, and salt. For 1 cup, use 1 cup of flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- → How do I know they’re done?
- Check that the outside is golden and the center reaches 160°F (70°C). Cut one open—it should be fully cooked in the middle.
- → What’s the best way to serve them?
- Serve warm with ranch or salsa for dipping. They’re great for parties, buffets, or even game day.