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Best Bacon-Wrapped Smokies with Brown Sugar Glaze

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These bacon-wrapped smokies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, featuring a sweet and savory brown sugar glaze that caramelizes into a sticky, candy-like coating. Perfect for parties, game days, or any gathering, they’re surprisingly easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14-ounce) package little smoked sausages (like Lit’l Smokies)
  • 1 pound thin-cut bacon
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire cooling rack on top if using.
  2. Cut the bacon slices in half crosswise to create short strips.
  3. Wrap each little smoked sausage with a piece of bacon, overlapping the ends slightly. Secure with a toothpick (soaked in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning). Place seam-side down on the wire rack or baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) to form a thick paste.
  5. Brush the brown sugar glaze generously over each bacon-wrapped smokie, letting it drip down the sides.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, brushing with any remaining glaze halfway through (at the 15-minute mark), until the bacon is crispy and the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
  7. Let the smokies cool on the rack for about 5 minutes to allow the glaze to set slightly.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter. Remove toothpicks or leave them in for easy grabbing. Serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use thin-cut bacon and soak toothpicks in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. A wire rack helps achieve crispy bacon on all sides. Double the batch for a crowd, as these disappear quickly. To make ahead, assemble wrapped smokies (without glaze) a day in advance and refrigerate; glaze just before baking.

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