Bacon Wrapped Smokies
Sweet and salty, these bacon wrapped smokies are a crowd-pleasing appetizer at any party! They're wrapped in crispy bacon with a delicious caramelized brown sugar coating.
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
Make ahead: These can be prepped up to 24 hours in advance. Cover with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate the pan until ready to bake.
For serving: Place in a slow cooker on low to keep warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 97kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 15mg, Sodium: 197mg, Potassium: 48mg, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 5IU, Calcium: 4mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
