Step 5: Add the Bisquick

Add 2 cups of Bisquick baking mix to the bowl.
Mix until the batter becomes thick and cohesive. It should feel firm enough to roll into smooth balls that don’t collapse.

If the dough feels too sticky or wet, add 2–4 tablespoons more Bisquick until it reaches the right consistency.

Step 6: Shape the Sausage Balls

Scoop out 1–1½ tablespoon portions and roll them into bite-sized balls.
Uniform size helps them cook evenly.

Place them on the lined baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one.

Step 7: Bake to Golden Perfection

Bake the sausage balls for 18–22 minutes, or until:

• the tops are lightly golden
• the cheese is bubbling
• the sausage is fully cooked
• they feel firm when touched

Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking for more even browning.

🌿 Step 8: Serve and Enjoy

Let the sausage balls cool for 5 minutes before serving.
They taste amazing with:

• Ranch dressing
• Spicy mayo
• Chipotle aioli
• Honey mustard
• Creamy jalapeño dip

For presentation, sprinkle chopped parsley or chives over the top.

🔥 Tips for the Best Rotel Sausage Balls

✔ Use hot sausage for extra spice

The Rotel already gives a little kick, but using hot sausage brings deeper flavor.

✔ Don’t skip draining the Rotel

Too much moisture is the #1 cause of flat or mushy sausage balls.

✔ Mix by hand for best texture

It ensures the baking mix and ingredients distribute evenly.

✔ Great for make-ahead

You can shape the balls and refrigerate them for 24 hours, or freeze them and bake directly from frozen (add 3–5 minutes to cook time).

🍽️ Why This Recipe Works

This version of sausage balls stands out because:

• Cream cheese keeps them moist and tender
• Rotel adds flavor without overpowering
• Cheddar + Bisquick provide the perfect cheesy, fluffy structure
• Sausage brings savory richness

The result is a soft, flavorful, slightly spicy appetizer that stays moist instead of turning dry like traditional recipes sometimes do.

If you’d like, I can also create:
✅ a printable recipe card
✅ a shorter or longer version
✅ nutritional info
✅ air-fryer instructions
Just let me know!