Description
Tomato Chile Cream Cheese Sausage Balls are the ultimate answer to those busy weeknight dinner dilemmas. When life gets hectic, whipping up a meal doesn’t need to feel overwhelming. These delightful bites combine savory breakfast sausage with creamy cheese and zesty tomatoes, creating a dish that’s not only easy to prepare but also a hit at the dinner table. Perfect for families on the go, this recipe embodies the essence of convenience without sacrificing taste, making it an ideal solution for any busy household.
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10 ounce) diced tomatoes with green chiles, well drained
- 1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cup baking mix, such as Bisquick
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine the sausage and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
3. Incorporate the remaining ingredients: Add the drained diced tomatoes with green chiles, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, baking mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into approximately 1-inch balls.
5. Arrange the sausage balls on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there’s space between each one for even cooking.
6. Place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and allow the sausage balls to bake for about 20–25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches at least 160°F.
Notes
Allow the sausage balls to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. For longer storage, consider freezing them. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sausage balls
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg