Name: Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 1 package Little Smokies (Mini smoked sausages that provide the savory base.); 1 package regular-cut bacon (Cut in half to wrap each sausage and add a salty, crispy bite.); 1 cup brown sugar (Caramelizes during baking for a sweet glaze.); Black pepper (optional) (Adds a mild kick to balance the sweetness.)

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why make this recipe

This snack is quick, tasty, and needs few parts. The sweet brown sugar and salty bacon make small smokies that people love at parties. It cooks in one pan and feels special with little work.

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introduction

Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies are an easy party food. You wrap mini sausages in bacon and add brown sugar for a sticky, sweet crust. If you like simple bacon dishes, try a warm baked meal like bacon cheeseburger casserole for a full dinner.

how to make Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

Follow these steps to make the snack.

Ingredients :
1 package Little Smokies: mini smoked sausages that provide the savory base., 1 package regular-cut bacon: cut in half to wrap each sausage and add a salty, crispy bite., 1 cup brown sugar: caramelizes during baking for a sweet glaze., Black pepper (optional): adds a mild kick to balance the sweetness.

Directions :
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil., Cut bacon slices in half to make shorter pieces for wrapping., Wrap each Little Smokie in a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick., Place brown sugar in a zip-top bag. Add several bacon-wrapped smokies and gently shake to coat., Arrange the coated smokies on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer., Sprinkle any leftover brown sugar on top, and optionally, a dash of black pepper., Bake for 35–40 minutes or until bacon is crispy and sugar is caramelized., For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes while watching closely., Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.

For another easy bacon bake you can try a simple cabbage and mushroom recipe like bacon mushroom cabbage bake.

how to serve Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

Serve warm right from the pan. Use a small plate or platter and give guests toothpicks. They pair well with simple dips like mustard or barbecue sauce. For a sweet breakfast side that also uses brown sugar, see banana whole wheat pancakes with sugar-free maple syrup.

how to store Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

Cool to room temperature first. Put leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes to keep the bacon crisp. Do not leave at room temperature for more than two hours.

tips to make Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

Use regular-cut bacon; it crisps well and fits the smokies.
Shake gently in the bag so the sugar sticks but the bacon stays wrapped.
Watch the oven in the last minutes to avoid burning the sugar.
If you want less sweet, press the sugar off a little before baking.

variation (if any)

Add a small pinch of cayenne or chili powder to the brown sugar for heat.
Try maple syrup brushed on before baking for a deeper flavor.
Use toothpicks flavored with rosemary for a fresh scent.

FAQs

Q: Can I make these ahead?
A: You can assemble them and keep covered in the fridge for a few hours, then bake just before serving.

Q: Can I use turkey bacon?
A: Yes, but cook time may vary and turkey bacon can be less crispy.

Q: Do I need toothpicks?
A: Toothpicks help keep the bacon wrapped while baking and make serving easy.

Q: Can I freeze them?
A: You can freeze baked smokies in a freezer-safe bag up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven from frozen.

Conclusion

For a spicy-sweet take on bacon-wrapped smokies and more ideas, see this version at Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies (sweet & spicy) – The Chunky Chef.

Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies

These sweet and savory Brown Sugar Bacon Little Smokies are a quick and delightful party snack, perfectly wrapped in crispy bacon and glazed with caramelized brown sugar.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 package Little Smokies Mini smoked sausages that provide the savory base.
1 package regular-cut bacon Cut in half to wrap each sausage and add a salty, crispy bite.
1 cup brown sugar Caramelizes during baking for a sweet glaze.
Black pepper (optional) Adds a mild kick to balance the sweetness.

Method

Preparation

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
Cut bacon slices in half to make shorter pieces for wrapping.
Wrap each Little Smokie in a half slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
Place brown sugar in a zip-top bag. Add several bacon-wrapped smokies and gently shake to coat.
Arrange the coated smokies on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Sprinkle any leftover brown sugar on top, and optionally, a dash of black pepper.

Cooking

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until bacon is crispy and sugar is caramelized.
For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes while watching closely.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm.

Notes

Cool leftovers to room temperature, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes to keep the bacon crisp. Don't leave at room temperature for more than two hours.