Save 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 always been a hit at every party I bring it to; even the pickiest eaters ask for seconds.
Ingredients
- 24 cocktail smokies: little smoked sausages, about 14 oz (400 g)
- 12 slices bacon: regular, not thick-cut
- 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar: 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.
- Slice 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 smokies:
- 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).
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Notes
Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing, and pair with honey mustard or barbecue sauce for dipping
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
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Kitchen Guide
- → What type of bacon works best?
Regular sliced bacon is preferred as it crisps well without being too thick, allowing even cooking around the smokies.
- → Can turkey bacon be used as a substitute?
Yes, turkey bacon can replace regular bacon for a lighter option, though cooking time may vary and texture might be less crispy.
- → How do I achieve a caramelized top?
Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the bacon-wrapped smokies before baking; the sugar melts and caramelizes under high heat.
- → Are toothpicks necessary?
Toothpicks help secure the bacon during cooking and make serving easier, especially for finger foods at gatherings.
- → What cooking temperature is best?
Baking at 400°F (200°C) crisps the bacon perfectly while melting the sugar, resulting in a balanced texture and flavor.