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Candied Bacon-Wrapped Smokies: Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Appetizer

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These candied bacon-wrapped smokies feature a crackly brown sugar glaze with a juicy sausage inside. Perfect for parties, they’re ready in under an hour and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 14 ounces little smokies (cocktail sausages)
  • 1 pound thin-cut bacon
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Toothpicks (soaked in water for 10 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Position the rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, then place a wire rack on top.
  2. Cut each bacon strip into three equal pieces. Let cold bacon sit at room temperature for 5 minutes for easier wrapping.
  3. Drain the little smokies and pat each one dry with a paper towel.
  4. Wrap one piece of bacon around each smokie, overlapping the ends slightly. Secure with a soaked toothpick through the overlap.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and optional smoked paprika and cayenne.
  6. Using tongs, roll each bacon-wrapped smokie in the sugar mixture, pressing gently to coat. Place on the wire rack.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the bacon is deep golden brown and crispy and the sugar is bubbling and caramelized.
  8. Let the smokies cool on the wire rack for 5 minutes to allow the glaze to set.
  9. Transfer to a serving platter. Remove toothpicks if desired, or leave them in for easy grabbing. Serve warm.

Notes

Soak toothpicks in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. Don’t overcrowd the pan; leave at least half an inch between each smokie. Watch the last 5 minutes of baking to prevent burning. For best texture, serve within 15 minutes of baking.

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Keywords: candied bacon wrapped smokies, brown sugar glazed appetizer, party appetizer, game day snack, bacon wrapped sausages

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