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Irresistible Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies: Easy Brown Sugar Glaze

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These bacon-wrapped little smokies with a brown sugar glaze are the ultimate party appetizer. Sweet, smoky, and sticky, they disappear in minutes and require only simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz little smokies (e.g., Hillshire Farm or Johnsonville)
  • 1 lb thin-cut bacon (e.g., Wright Brand or Oscar Mayer)
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (real maple syrup, not pancake syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (e.g., Grey Poupon)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Toothpicks (soaked in water for 10 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top if available.
  2. Cut each bacon strip in half crosswise to create pieces about 3-4 inches long.
  3. Wrap each little smokie with a piece of bacon, rolling tightly and securing with a soaked toothpick inserted at an angle.
  4. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and thick.
  5. Brush or spoon the glaze generously over each bacon-wrapped smokie, coating all sides.
  6. Arrange the smokies seam-side down on the wire rack or directly on the foil, leaving space between each.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through (at 15 minutes) with tongs, until bacon is crispy and glaze is caramelized.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow glaze to set.

Notes

Soak toothpicks in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. Use thin-cut bacon for best results. If bacon isn’t crispy after 30 minutes, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning. For a spicier version, add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the glaze.

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Keywords: bacon wrapped little smokies, brown sugar glaze, game day appetizer, party snack, easy appetizer

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