Get ready to unleash the ultimate party appetizer that will have your guests begging for more! These Bacon Wrapped Smokies are not just a snack – they're a flavor explosion that combines the irresistible crunch of crispy bacon with the sweet and savory magic of caramelized brown sugar. Whether you're hosting a game day gathering, a holiday party, or just craving a mouthwatering bite, these little flavor bombs are guaranteed to be the star of any spread.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package cocktail sausages
- 1 pound bacon, cut in half
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your Bacon Wrapped Smokies will cook evenly and become crispy.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil or parchment paper. This will make for easier cleanup and help prevent sticking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cup of brown sugar and the black pepper. Mix well to ensure the pepper is evenly distributed throughout the sugar.
- Take the cocktail sausages out of the package and set them aside. You will be wrapping each sausage with a piece of bacon.
- Take a half slice of bacon and wrap it around a cocktail sausage, ensuring that the bacon overlaps slightly. Secure the bacon in place with a toothpick if needed.
- Once all the sausages are wrapped in bacon, roll each wrapped sausage in the brown sugar and black pepper mixture, making sure they are well coated.
- Place the bacon-wrapped sausages on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly to allow for proper cooking.
- Once all the sausages are on the baking sheet, place it in the preheated oven. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sugar has caramelized.
- Keep an eye on the sausages during the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning. If they are browning too quickly, you can cover them loosely with aluminum foil.
- After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the Bacon Wrapped Smokies cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Bacon Wrapped Smokies warm, either on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy your delicious appetizer!
Tips
- Choose Quality Bacon: Use bacon that's not too thick or too thin – medium-cut works best for even wrapping and cooking.
- Toothpick Trick: If your bacon doesn't want to stay in place, secure each wrap with a toothpick before rolling in brown sugar.
- Prevent Burning: Watch the smokies closely in the last 5 minutes of baking. If they're browning too quickly, tent with aluminum foil.
- Make Ahead Option: You can prepare these up to a day in advance and refrigerate before baking, making party prep a breeze.
- Serving Suggestion: For extra pizzazz, serve with a side of honey mustard or barbecue sauce for dipping.
- Crispy Perfection: For extra crispy bacon, you can briefly broil the smokies for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 300kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg
