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A plate of bacon-wrapped cocktail sausages held together with toothpicks, with a golden-brown, crispy coating on the bacon, arranged in a pile on a white and black plate.
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Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies

These bacon-wrapped smokies are the ultimate party appetizer. Each smoky is wrapped in crispy bacon, coated in a rich brown sugar glaze, and baked until caramelized and golden. Easy to prep ahead and always a crowd favorite for holidays, game day, or casual get-togethers.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 36 pieces
Author: kara

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound little smokies sausages or cocktail sausages
  • 1 pound center cut thin bacon cut into thirds
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. Place a wire rack on top for even cooking.
  • Cut the bacon slices into thirds. Wrap each little smoky with a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Arrange the wrapped smokies on the prepared wire rack.
    1 pound little smokies sausages, 1 pound center cut thin bacon
  • In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
    1 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture generously over the bacon-wrapped smokies. For a more intense glaze, brush them with the mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized.
  • Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and transfer to a serving platter.

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Notes

  • Use thin, center-cut bacon so it crisps up properly. Thick-cut bacon takes longer to cook and can stay chewy.
  • For best results, bake the smokies on a wire rack set over a foil-lined baking sheet. This helps the bacon crisp evenly and keeps the glaze from pooling.
  • Want to prep ahead? Assemble the smokies up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Add the brown sugar glaze just before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes to bring back the crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 214mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.2mg