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Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Smokies Recipe

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These bacon-wrapped smokies with a brown sugar glaze are the ultimate party appetizer. With just three ingredients and minimal prep, they disappear faster than anything else on the table.

Ingredients

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  • 14 ounces little smokies sausages (one standard package)
  • 1 pound thin-cut bacon
  • 1/2 to 2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Wooden toothpicks (soaked in water for 10 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position the rack in the middle of the oven. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire cooling rack on top. Spray the rack lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Prepare your ingredients. Cut each slice of bacon into thirds. Each slice should give you three pieces, each about 2-3 inches long.
  3. Wrap the smokies. Take one piece of bacon and wrap it around one little smokie. The bacon should overlap just slightly. Secure it with a toothpick pushed through the overlap point. Place the wrapped smokie on the wire rack, seam side down.
  4. Repeat until all smokies are wrapped.
  5. Roll in brown sugar. Pour the brown sugar into a small bowl. Working one at a time, roll each bacon-wrapped smokie in the brown sugar, pressing gently so it adheres. Place the coated smokie back on the wire rack.
  6. Add optional seasonings. If you’re using cayenne or smoked paprika, mix them into the brown sugar before rolling.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes. The bacon should be crispy and the brown sugar should be bubbly and caramelized.
  8. Let them rest. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the smokies cool on the rack for 5 minutes.
  9. Serve warm. Transfer to a serving platter and watch them disappear.

Notes

Soak toothpicks in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. Pat smokies dry before wrapping for better adhesion. Don’t skip the wire rack for even crisping. Watch the sugar in the last few minutes to prevent burning.

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Keywords: bacon wrapped smokies, brown sugar bacon, party appetizer, game day food, easy appetizer, gluten-free appetizer

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