These 3 ingredient bacon wrapped smokies are the perfect easy appetizer for your next party. They’re wrapped in crispy bacon and a delicious caramelized brown sugar coating. Always a crowd pleaser!
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Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies
My family absolutely loves little smokies and pigs in a blanket. These bacon wrapped smokies are one of our new favorites though. Am I right or what that anything is better with bacon just like these bacon-wrapped jalapeño peppers! It’s a delicious variation and is sweet, savory and salty all at the same time.
These bacon wrapped smokies are so EASY and always a crowd pleaser. They make the perfect bite size finger food for any tailgating party, BBQ or family gathering. Everyone always eats them right up…they’ll be gone before you know it!
This appetizer only takes 3 ingredients to make: little smokies, bacon and brown sugar. That’s it! The layer of bacon adds the perfect amount of flavor and I love how the brown sugar caramelizes around it all. Seriously so simple and SO GOOD!
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
WRAP. Cut the thin sliced bacon into thirds. Then wrap each of the little smokies with bacon. Use a toothpick to secure the ends together.
ROLL. Pour the brown sugar in a small bowl. If you like heat, add a dash of cayenne and mix. Then roll the bacon wrapped smokie in the sugar. Once covered in sugar, place on a lined baking sheet.
BAKE. Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and flip, then bake an additional 10-15 minutes until the bacon gets crispy. If there is any excess grease when you are flipping them, remove it with a paper towel. Then line a plate with paper towels and place the cooked smokies on top to absorb any extra grease.
Cooking Tips
- Use foil or parchment on the pan as the brown sugar tends to caramelize onto the pan. You could also use a disposable baking sheet for easy clean up.
- Soak the toothpicks in water before using them. This prevents them from burning in the oven.
- Use the center cut regular or thin sliced bacon. You don’t want to use too thick of bacon or it will be hard for it to crisp.
- When getting ready to flip half way, remove some of the excess grease with a paper towel.
- Bake a few minutes longer if you like your bacon crispy and a few minutes less if you like it less crispy.
- To keep warm until serving, place the little smokies in a slow cooker on the low setting.
Make Ahead Option
These can be prepped up to 24 hours ahead of time. Simply wrap the little smokies with bacon, coat in brown sugar and then secure with a toothpick. Place on the baking sheet, then cover with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Then bake as directed.
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Little Smokies Wrapped in Bacon Recipe
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Toothpicks, soaked in water
Ingredients
- 12 ounces little smokies
- 1 pound bacon (thin cut) , cut in thirds
- ¼ cup light brown sugar , more if needed
Optional: cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Wrap each little smokie with a small piece bacon. Secure with a toothpick. Place brown sugar into a small bowl. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper if desired, Then roll smokie in the sugar. It's best to do this not on the pan so there isn't excess brown sugar.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake another 10-15 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Remove some of the excess grease with a paper towel when you're flipping them if there is an excess.
- Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to absorb any extra grease.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: American, Appetizers, Low Carb, Mini appetizers, Super Bowl
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is also the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook. Here you will find easy family-friendly recipes for every occasion.
My kids love these bacon wrapped smokies. They’re so addictive, and will definitely make it again for the next party!
So easy to make and the perfect little appetizer. We love these!