Here’s a classic, crowd-pleasing Bacon-Wrapped Smokies recipe—sweet, savory, and perfect for parties or appetizers 🥓🌭
Bacon-Wrapped Smokies
Ingredients (makes ~24)
- 24 cocktail sausages (smokies)
- 12 slices bacon (cut in half)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (optional, for a sweet glaze)
- 1 tsp black pepper (optional)
- Toothpicks
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease or use a wire rack.
2. Wrap the smokies
- Cut bacon slices in half.
- Wrap each smokie with a half-slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick.
3. Add sugar (optional)
- Roll or sprinkle each wrapped smokie with brown sugar for a sweet glaze.
- Lightly season with black pepper if desired.
4. Bake
- Place on prepared baking sheet or wire rack.
- Bake 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until bacon is crispy and caramelized.
5. Serve
- Remove toothpicks and serve warm.
- Optional: serve with mustard, BBQ sauce, or a sweet chili dipping sauce.
Tips & Variations
- Spicy: Sprinkle with cayenne or brush with hot sauce before baking.
- Glazed: Brush with BBQ sauce or honey in the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Air fryer: Cook 10–12 minutes at 375°F (190°C), flipping halfway.
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours, bake before serving.
If you want, I can also give you a sweet & spicy version with maple syrup and cayenne or a slow cooker version.
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