Save It 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 is a family favorite for game day parties I host every year.
Ingredients
- Cocktail smokies: 24 little smoked sausages, about 14 oz (400 g)
- Bacon: 12 slices regular, not thick-cut
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (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.
- Cut bacon:
- 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:
- Arrange the wrapped smokies on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, seam side down.
- Sprinkle sugar:
- 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:
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving (sugar will be very hot).
Save It This dish always brings smiles and quick cleanups at our gatherings.
Required Tools
Rimmed baking sheet parchment paper or foil sharp knife toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains pork bacon sausages Some cocktail smokies may contain dairy or gluten check labels if serving to those with allergies Double-check sausage ingredients for soy wheat or other allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving (3 pieces) Calories 220 Total Fat 14 g Carbohydrates 10 g Protein 9 g
Save It Try making these ahead and reheating for easy entertaining. Everyone loves these little bites!