Bacon Wrapped Smokies

These bacon wrapped smokies are cocktail sausages wrapped in bacon, then coated in brown sugar and spices and baked to perfection. An easy appetizer option that's great for feeding a large crowd.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 223kcal

Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

12 ounces little smokies
1 pound bacon do not use thick cut bacon
1/2 cup brown sugar I use light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
cooking spray
1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
Place the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine.
Cut each slice of bacon into thirds.
Wrap each little smokie in a piece of bacon, then roll the smokie in the brown sugar mixture.
Place a toothpick through the little smokie to secure the bacon.
Repeat the process with the remaining smokies. Place them all on the sheet pan.
Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the smokies over, then bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until bacon is crispy.
Place the smokies on a serving plate. Remove the toothpicks if desired. Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.

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Notes

Do not use thick cut bacon for this recipe. Thick cut bacon takes a lot longer to cook through and become crispy.
You can leave the toothpicks in for serving, or remove the toothpicks for a more elegant presentation.

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