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Best Bacon-Wrapped Smokies with Brown Sugar Glaze

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These bacon-wrapped smokies with brown sugar glaze are sticky, salty, sweet, and completely irresistible. Perfect for parties, they combine crispy bacon, juicy sausage, and caramelized brown sugar in one perfect bite.

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz little smoked sausages (about 30–35 sausages)
  • 1 lb thin-cut bacon
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top if using.
  2. Cut each strip of bacon into thirds, about 2-3 inches long.
  3. Wrap each little smoked sausage with a piece of bacon, overlapping the ends slightly. Secure with a toothpick pushed through the overlap.
  4. Pour the brown sugar into a small bowl. If adding cayenne or Dijon mustard, mix it in now. Break up any clumps with your fingers.
  5. Roll each bacon-wrapped sausage in the brown sugar, pressing gently so the sugar sticks. Place seam side down on the wire rack or foil-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 35-45 minutes, until bacon is crispy and sugar is bubbly and caramelized. Check at 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  7. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the glaze to set.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter using tongs. Optionally sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.

Notes

Use thin-cut bacon for best results. Don’t crowd the pan to ensure even crisping. Soak toothpicks in water for 10 minutes if worried about burning. For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon cayenne and a pinch of smoked paprika. For a maple Dijon glaze, brush with a mixture of 1/4 cup maple syrup and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard instead of rolling in brown sugar. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F for 10 minutes to restore crispness.

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Keywords: bacon-wrapped smokies, brown sugar glaze, party appetizer, game day snack, cocktail sausages

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