Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
These Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies make an irresistible appetizer recipe and are a must-have for your next party or gathering. Crispy bacon hugs juicy cocktail sausages, all caramelized in a sweet brown sugar glaze—guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
For more popular party appetizers try my little smokies in the crockpot, pigs in a blanket, air fryer bacon wrapped dill pickle bites next!
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Baked Little Smokies With Bacon
When baked, the brown sugar melts and caramelizes on the bacon, creating a sticky, slightly crispy glaze that enhances the flavor and makes them a mouthwatering appetizer.
These little smokie bites are the perfect combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors with a crispy yet tender texture.
Their small stackable bite-sized shape makes them easy to eat, making them an ideal choice for easy bacon appetizers at football parties or gatherings.

Ingredients

- Little Smokies
- Bacon – do not use thick cut bacon
- Brown Sugar
- Toothpicks – to help hold the bacon together while baking
How To Make Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
Step One – Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step Two – Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step Three – Cut the bacon into 3rds
Step Four – Take each sausage, and wrap with bacon. Secure with a toothpick.

Step Five – Place onto the parchment and sprinkle with brown sugar.

Step Six- Bake 25-30 minutes, watching carefully for the last 5 minutes of cook time.
Step Seven – Remove the toothpicks and serve. Enjoy!

Storage And Reheating Instructions
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven, arranging in a single layer on a baking sheet and covering loosely with foil. Heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through. To make the bacon crispier remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
Description
These Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies make an irresistible appetizer recipe and are a must-have for your next party or gathering. Crispy bacon hugs juicy cocktail sausages, all caramelized in a sweet brown sugar glaze—guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
14 ounce package of little smokies
16 ounces bacon (not thick cut)
1/2 cup brown sugar
toothpicks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the bacon into 3rds.
- Take each sausage, and wrap with bacon. Secure with a toothpick.
- Place onto the parchment, then sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Bake 25-30 minutes, watching carefully for the last 5 minutes of cook time.
- Remove the toothpicks and serve.
Notes
Storage and reheating instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven, arranging in a single layer on a baking sheet and covering loosely with foil. Heat for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through. To make the bacon crispier remove the foil for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American






