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Plate of delicious Bacon-Wrapped Smokies served as a tasty appetizer.

Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies

Tiny bites of sweet, smoky comfort, perfect for parties or weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound Bacon, Cut Into Thirds Thin-cut crisps faster.
  • 1 pound Lil Smokies small sausages Room temp for even cooking.
  • 1 stick Butter Unsalted controls salt.
  • 2 cups Brown Sugar Packed for gooey glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the bacon into thirds and wrap each little sausage snug but not tight.
  3. Lay all wrapped smokies in a single layer in a baking dish; don’t crowd them.
  4. Melt the stick of butter in a small saucepan, then stir in 1 cup of brown sugar until smooth and shiny.
  5. Pour the butter-brown-sugar mixture evenly over the tray, then sprinkle the remaining cup of brown sugar on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes, watching for bubbling and browning at the edges.
  2. Turn the oven up to 400°F for 5 minutes or longer until the bacon crisps and the sugar thickens to a glossy glaze.

Notes

Use toothpicks to speed wrapping and keep them closed during baking. If sugar burns, lower heat and extend time; watch the last 5 minutes. For a spicy variation, add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika.