Save to Pinterest A crowd-pleasing, ultra-simple appetizer featuring savory little sausages wrapped in crispy bacon and finished with a sweet, caramelized touch. Perfect for holiday gatherings or game days.
This recipe has become a staple at our family gatherings because it's quick to make and always a hit with guests.
Ingredients
- 24 cocktail smokies: little smoked sausages, about 14 oz (400 g)
- 12 slices bacon: regular, not thick-cut
- 1/2 cup brown sugar: 100 g, light or dark
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare bacon strips:
- Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise to create 24 shorter strips.
- Wrap smokies:
- Wrap each cocktail smokie with a half-slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Arrange for baking:
- Arrange the wrapped smokies on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, seam side down.
- Add sugar topping:
- Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of each bacon-wrapped smokie.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30 35 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the sugar is melted and caramelized.
- Cool before serving:
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving (sugar will be very hot).
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Save to Pinterest Making these smokies always brings everyone to the kitchen for a quick chat and snack before the main meal.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar before sprinkling.
Required Tools
Rimmed baking sheet, parchment paper or foil, sharp knife, toothpicks
Nutritional Information
Calories 220, Total Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 10 g, Protein 9 g (per 3 piece serving)
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Save to Pinterest These smokies will impress your guests every time try making extra because they disappear fast.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → What type of bacon works best for wrapping?
Regular, not thick-cut bacon is ideal as it crisps evenly and wraps easily around the small smokies.
- → Can I use turkey bacon as a substitute?
Yes, turkey bacon can be used for a lighter option, but cooking times may vary slightly to achieve crispiness.
- → How do I get the brown sugar to caramelize properly?
Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the wrapped smokies before baking at 400°F for 30–35 minutes, allowing it to melt and caramelize.
- → What’s an easy way to serve these at parties?
Use toothpicks to secure each bacon-wrapped smokie and for easy grabbing when serving to guests.
- → Can I add spice to the dish?
Yes, adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar before sprinkling introduces a pleasant spicy kick.