Best 3 Bacon Wrapped Smokies With Brown Sugar Butter Recipes
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our irresistible bacon-wrapped smokies, an epicurean delight that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any gathering. Picture perfectly crisp bacon enveloping succulent smokies, basted in a luscious brown sugar butter glaze that caramelizes to perfection. These delectable morsels are not just appetizers; they're culinary masterpieces that steal the show. Our comprehensive guide features three extraordinary recipes tailored to your culinary preferences: the classic bacon-wrapped smokies, a tantalizing brown sugar-glazed variation, and a vegetarian-friendly delight that substitutes tofu for smokies. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your guests craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BROWN SUGAR SMOKIES
Bacon-wrapped yummies! You can make these little smokies on skewers or toothpick them to secure.
Provided by TINACLINKENBEARD
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cut bacon into thirds and wrap each strip around a little sausage. Place the wrapped sausages on wooden skewers, several to a skewer. Arrange the skewers on a baking sheet and sprinkle them liberally with brown sugar.
- Bake until bacon is crisp and the brown sugar melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 696.2 mg, Sugar 18.4 g
BAKED BACON-WRAPPED BROWN SUGAR SMOKIES
I've seen other recipes for these little indulgent treats, but they cook them in a crockpot and I prefer to bake ours. Baking them in the oven allows the bacon to crisp, the liquids to be released from the Smokies, and the brown sugar to caramelize on them deliciously. It also allows to you control the fat content of them a bit more easily, as most of the bacon drippings will remain on the sheet pan after cooking. We usually make them during the holidays, but they're good for all year 'round, of course. So easy to make!
Provided by Julesong
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Open the packages of bacon and cut the whole slab into thirds across the bacon pieces. I usually cut them straight out of the refrigerator while they're cold, then allow them to warm a bit before wrapping the Smokies - the bacon is more pliable when not very cold, and makes it easier to work with awkwardly-shaped pieces.
- To make assembly even easier, line up pieces of bacon on your cutting board or a clean counter. Wrap each Lit'l Smokie in a 1/3-cut piece of bacon, then secure with a toothpick.
- Lay wrapped Smokies on a sheet pan. Tilting the toothpick downward makes lining them up a bit easier. (If you are making a double or triple batch with a Costco-sized 3-pound package of Smokies, continue wrapping until you run of room on your sheet pan, and then - just to make the overall assembly easier - can continue wrapping until you run out of the Smokies and simply put them in a bowl until you can lay them out on another sheet pan later or when your first one is out of the oven. If you run out of bacon before Smokies, you can cut some strips of bacon lengthwise to make additional slices so that you'll have enough.).
- Sprinkle about 1/4 teaspoon of brown sugar on each Smokie - I simply sprinkle by hand.
- Bake in preheated 350 degree F oven for 45 minutes.
- Using tongs, transfer the treats to a platter or plate, arrange attractively, put them out for your guests, and stand back before you get trampled in the crowd's rush to get at them. :).
- Note: I usually make triple batches of these at a time, using the 3-pound Smokies packages from Costco and three packages of bacon. Although best if served immediately, I bake them all up, then freeze them and thaw and reheat in the oven (or even the microwave) to serve. The bacon and brown sugar doesn't stay as crispy that way, but since most parties will have a varying number of attendees we find it's easier to make large batches during the holidays. Before reheating, you can sprinkle a bit more brown sugar over them to make up for any that fell off. ;).
- Optional: before putting the brown sugar over, you can also sprinkle the Smokies with a small amount of cinnamon sugar, for even more flavor!
BACON WRAPPED SMOKIES
Time consuming but it is well worth it! The brown sugar and bacon grease combine beautifully and give such a great taste.
Provided by JILL1018
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Bacon Appetizers
Time 1h30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Refrigerate 2/3 of the bacon until needed. It is easier to wrap the wieners with cold bacon. Wrap each cocktail wiener with a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle brown sugar generously over all.
- Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until the sugar is bubbly. To serve, place the wieners in a slow cooker and keep on the low setting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 458.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality bacon for the best flavor and texture.
- Use small, cocktail-sized smokies for a perfect bite-sized appetizer.
- Wrap the smokies in bacon tightly and evenly to ensure they cook evenly.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to secure the bacon-wrapped smokies.
- Cook the smokies in a preheated oven or on a grill until the bacon is crispy and the smokies are heated through.
- Make a brown sugar butter sauce by combining melted butter, brown sugar, and spices. You can also add honey, maple syrup, or barbecue sauce for a different flavor variation.
- Brush the brown sugar butter sauce over the cooked bacon-wrapped smokies while they are hot.
- Serve the bacon-wrapped smokies immediately, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.
Conclusion:
Bacon-wrapped smokies with brown sugar butter are an easy-to-make, delicious appetizer that is perfect for parties, potlucks, or game day gatherings. They are a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your guests. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying appetizer, give bacon-wrapped smokies with brown sugar butter a try. You won't be disappointed!
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