Crispy Brown Sugar Bacon Smokies: Sweet-Salty Perfection for Any Gathering
By Isabella Quinn
Servings
4
Crispy Brown Sugar Bacon Smokies appetizers include bacon-wrapped sausage links coated and crisped with brown sugar. Game days and holidays are good times to serve these popular appetizers. They are easy to make and well received by guests. Thick bacon slices are used to make bacon smokies. Baked smokies are coated with a glaze. Crispy Brown Sugar Bacon Smokies will appeal to many tastes.
Ingredients
- •14 oz Lit'l Smokies or cocktail sausages (original beef or pork variety preferred)
- •1 lb thick-cut bacon (cut into thirds, use Wright Brand or Applewood smoked for flavor)
- •½ cup light brown sugar (packed, can substitute with dark brown for a richer flavor)
- •toothpicks (optional, soak in water before use)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- 2
Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet.
- 3
Partially cook the bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels for 2-3 minutes until pliable.
- 4
Cut each strip of bacon into thirds once cooled.
- 5
Wrap each Lit'l Smokie with a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick if desired.
- 6
Roll each wrapped smokie in packed brown sugar, coating generously.
- 7
Arrange the sugared smokies on the wire rack with space between each.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping each smokie after 15 minutes.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool on the rack for 5 minutes before serving.
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