3-Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Smokies (Printable Version)

Savory smokies wrapped in crispy bacon, caramelized with brown sugar for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 24 cocktail smokies (approximately 14 oz)
02 - 12 slices regular bacon
03 - ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar (light or dark)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - Cut each slice of bacon in half crosswise to create 24 shorter strips.
03 - Wrap each cocktail smokie with a half bacon strip and secure with a toothpick.
04 - Place wrapped smokies on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, 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 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving as sugar will be very hot.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ultra-simple appetizer
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings or game days
02 -
  • For a spicier version add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar before sprinkling
  • Turkey bacon may be substituted but cooking times may vary
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet lined with foil or parchment for easy cleanup
  • Serve with honey mustard or barbecue sauce for dipping
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