3-Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Smokies (Printable version)

Savory sausages wrapped in crispy bacon with a caramelized brown sugar glaze for a crowd-pleasing bite.

# What you need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 24 cocktail smokies (approximately 14 oz / 400 g)
02 - 12 slices regular bacon (not thick-cut)
03 - 1/2 cup brown sugar (100 g, light or dark)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise to form 24 shorter strips.
03 - Wrap each cocktail smokie with a half-slice of bacon and secure using a toothpick.
04 - Place the wrapped smokies single layer on the baking sheet, seam side down.
05 - Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over each bacon-wrapped smokie.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until bacon is crisp and sugar is melted and caramelized.
07 - Allow to cool for five minutes before serving as the sugar will be hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Savory and sweet flavor combination
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for parties
02 -
  • Turkey bacon may be substituted but cooking times may vary
  • Serve with toothpicks and dipping sauce like honey mustard or barbecue sauce
03 -
  • Use regular bacon for best crispiness
  • Ensure sugar is evenly distributed for perfect caramelization
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