These Brown Sugar Smokies are the ultimate party snack. Wrapped in salty bacon and tossed in a fiery-sweet glaze, they are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any game day or holiday gathering.
16 oz package little smokies
15 slices bacon, cut into 3 smaller sections
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
pinch of black pepper (optional)
1. Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil and coat with non-stick spray.
2. Pat sausages dry with paper towels.
3. Wrap each sausage with a piece of cut bacon and secure with a toothpick.
4. In a large plastic bag, combine brown sugar, cayenne, and black pepper.
5. Add bacon-wrapped sausages to the bag in batches and shake gently to coat.
6. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the bacon is browned and the sugar is bubbly.
8. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispness.
Line the pan well to make cleanup easier.
For a BBQ version, brush with sauce before the final broil.
You can assemble these a day ahead and store them in the fridge.
Find it online: https://www.flavourrecipe.com/brown-sugar-smokies/