Description
Sweet and savory Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies are a perfect appetizer featuring cocktail sausages coated in a rich mixture of brown sugar, maple syrup, and crispy bacon, baked to caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup bacon, chopped
- 1 package little smokies (cocktail sausages), about 14-16 oz
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the sausages.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, chopped bacon, maple syrup, and black pepper, mixing well to form an even sweet and savory coating.
- Add Little Smokies: Add the package of little smokies (cocktail sausages) into the bowl with the mixture.
- Coat Sausages: Toss the sausages thoroughly in the brown sugar and bacon mixture until each piece is well coated.
- Arrange for Baking: Transfer the coated sausages to a baking dish, spreading them out in a single layer to allow even cooking and caramelization.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon pieces are crispy and the sugar forms a caramelized glaze on the sausages.
- Cool & Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the Little Smokies to cool slightly before serving for optimal flavor and safety.
- Enjoy: Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the sausages for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the brown sugar mixture.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey if desired.
- Make sure to use a baking dish large enough to prevent overcrowding for even caramelization.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
