This Crockpot Sausage Cream Cheese Dip is my mother-in-law Betty’s famous recipe! This easy sausage dip recipe is filled with sausage, cream cheese, and Rotel tomatoes, and it’s so creamy and cheesy! It’s the best dip for holidays, game day, or any party. With only 3 ingredients and packed with flavor, this slow cooker Rotel sausage dip is one heck of an addictive party dip!
Sausage Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
What’s better than party food? Easy party food! When it comes to dip, nothing beats this simple, 3 ingredient sausage cream cheese rotel dip. It’s a breeze to make in the slow cooker and it’s utterly addictive.
This Crock Pot sausage dip recipe is definitely a crowd favorite. It’s one of the best cheese dips for any occasion! It’s easy to make, and super tasty.
My mother-in-law, Betty, brings this dip to my family’s house every Thanksgiving and it’s our favorite addition to the holiday table. I look forward to it all year! This year we are also making it for the Super Bowl because it’s just too darn good not to make every chance we get.
Why You’ll Love this Crockpot Sausage Dip Recipe:
- 3 Ingredients: This sausage cream cheese rotel dip only requires 3 ingredients…and I just listed them all. It’s such an easy dip to make any time!
- Creamy and Cheesy: This dip is so creamy and cheesy, which of course means it’s absolutely delicious!
- Perfect Party Dip: This crockpot dip is perfect for any party. It makes enough to feed a crowd, and everyone is sure to love it.
This sausage cream cheese dip is a must for any large gathering. Serve it on game day, New Year’s Eve, at your Super Bowl party, on Christmas, for holidays, or any time you need a crave-worthy cheese dip!
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Sausage Rotel Dip For Game Day
This cream cheese rotel dip is hearty and the recipe makes a huge amount. So it’s perfect for big crowds and pairs well with beer. That means it’s the ideal game day dip!
Any football game or tailgating party will be made better with this recipe. Super Bowl Sundays will now be called Sausage Cream Cheese Dip Day! It’s a dip that you can easily spice up too.
3 Ingredient Sausage Cream Cheese Dip
You only need 3 ingredients for this party dip! There’s an optional fourth ingredient, and of course, you can add other things if you prefer.
- Sausage: Use 2 pounds of breakfast sausage (I like Jimmy Dean’s but you can use any brand). I recommend using half regular and half hot/spicy. You could also use all spicy or all regular depending on your taste.
- Cream Cheese: Cream cheese makes this dip super creamy! You could also substitute Velveeta if you prefer.
- Rotel: Rotel tomatoes add the perfect flavor and spice to this cheesy dip!
- Lime Juice: This ingredient is optional, but recommended. A spritz of lime juice really balances out the flavor!
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How to Make Sausage Cream Cheese Dip in a Crockpot
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- Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray and set to LOW.
- Add rotel tomatoes, cream cheese, and lime juice, mix well and place lid on top.
- Cook sausage in a skillet on the stove top until browned. Then drain.
- Add sausage to the crock pot and cook about 1 hour, or until the cheese has fully melted. Stir every 15 minutes.
- Keep dip warm and serve!
If you prefer to cook this sausage cream cheese dip on the stove, check below for simple instructions.
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If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can make this on the stove instead. Use a large skillet with high sides. Cook sausage as instructed, then place all ingredients in the skillet and heat until warm and fully combined, stirring regularly.
Crock pots have a “Warm” setting that is perfect for keeping your dip warm during parties. Just change the setting, keep the lid on, and stir every 30 minutes to keep it fresh. You can add warm dip to the serving bowl when you run out!
Stored in an airtight container, this dip will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
To make this sausage cheese dip a little spicier, use all hot/spicy sausage instead of just half. Then add some chiles for an extra kick.
Serving Suggestions
No dip is complete without the perfect dippers! Luckily, you can serve just about anything with this crockpot sausage cream cheese dip. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, veggie sticks, or crostini.
If you’re making this dip for a party, you’ll definitely want to serve it alongside some other appetizers too. Game day calls for chicken wings, meatball sliders, and chili.
Tips!
- Substitute turkey or chicken sausage if you prefer.
- Add chili peppers for extra spiciness!
- Stir regularly to make sure everything is fully melted and mixed together.
- You can cook this dip on the stove top instead, if desired.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container and store in fridge.
- Serve with crackers, chips, or veggies.
Can you freeze sausage cream cheese rotel dip?
Yes! You can freeze this sausage dip to keep leftovers a little longer. Let it cool completely, then place it in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
To thaw, set it on the counter for an hour, or in the fridge overnight. Then you can microwave, reheat on the stove, or warm in the crock pot.
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This crockpot sausage cream cheese dip recipe is a family favorite, and now it’s about to be one of your favorites too. It’s creamy, cheesy, and a little bit spicy. The perfect dip for game day or holidays, and so easy to make.
Thanks for sharing your amazing sausage dip recipe, Betty!
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If you have tried this Crockpot Sausage Cheese Dip, I’d love to hear from you in the comments below!
Crock Pot Sausage Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 2 pounds breakfast sausage (see note)
- 32 ounces cream cheese (4 bricks)
- 20 ounces Rotel tomatoes (1 can) do not drain
- Juice of 1-2 limes optional
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Spray a slow-cooker with nonstick spray and set the temperature to LOW.
- Add the tomatoes, their juices, cream cheese and lime juice (if using) to the slow-cooker. Mix well and place the lid on top.32 ounces cream cheese, 20 ounces Rotel tomatoes, Juice of 1-2 limes
- In a large skillet, set over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned. Drain the sausage and add it to the cheese/tomato mixture; mix well and replace the lid.2 pounds breakfast sausage
- Cook on high until the cheese has melted, stirring every 15 minutes; about 1 hour. Once the cream cheese has melted, set the slow-cooker to warm and stir about every 30 minutes.
- Serve with Tostitos, your favorite crackers and/or your favorite sliced vegetables. Enjoy!
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
- Sausage: We like to use 1 regular and 1 hot sausage. We use Jimmy Dean’s.
- Leftovers can be cooled to room temperature, kept in an airtight container and refrigerated up to 5 days.
- Add chilis for extra spiciness!
- You can cook this dip on the stovetop, make sure you use a large skillet with high sides.
- Serve with crackers, chips or veggies.
Nutrition Information
This was soooo good! I halved it and used both cream cheese and valveeta!!! It is definitely a keeper recipe. Would this freeze well? ( it is just my husband and myself so it makes a big batch)
Yes! You can freeze this sausage dip to keep leftovers a little longer. Let it cool completely, then place it in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
This is the best dip! We call it the 3-2-1 Dip. 3 cream cheese, 2 cans Rotel, 1# sausage (hot or mild). It is also delicious cold on a bagel.
What a fun addition!
This sounds pretty good. I think I would use Velveeta instead of the cream cheese. Cream cheese never melts well for me.
That sounds yummy! Let me know how it turns out!
My recipe, which a friend’s mother shared with me some 40 years ago, calls for a pound of ground beef and a can of cream of mushroom soup in addition to the ingredients you have listed, otherwise it is the same – and I had to giggle a little when I read the ‘you can store leftovers’ note, because around here, there are NEVER any leftovers. This one is so good people fight over the last bits. It’s our Superbowl go to, and I highly recommend you try whatever version tickles your fancy. Thanks Cookie Rookie!
How awesome!!! You’re right, leftovers are hard to come by with this one!!
This is one of our favorite dips for Christmas Eve night and Super Bowl Sunday. I’m confused on it being your MIL’s famous invention though because we were making this in our family way before internet came into existence. Maybe word of mouth spreads that fast across the United States. ???? Probably so. This is a must try though! I like to use mild Rotel and mild sausage because I can’t stand the heat.
Everyone’s got their own family go to specialties! It is delicious for sure and loved by all!