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Best Candied Bacon Wrapped Smokies: Easy Sweet & Savory

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These candied bacon wrapped smokies are the perfect sweet and savory appetizer, with crispy caramelized bacon wrapped around juicy little sausages. Ready in about 35 minutes, they’re a crowd-pleaser for game day, parties, or any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz package little smokies (e.g., Hillshire Farm)
  • 1 lb thin-cut bacon (e.g., Wright Brand or Oscar Mayer)
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Toothpicks (about 40), soaked in water for 10 minutes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil, then place a wire rack on top.
  2. Pat the little smokies dry with paper towels.
  3. Cut each bacon slice into thirds.
  4. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup packed brown sugar, ¼ teaspoon cayenne (if using), and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Stir until evenly distributed.
  5. Take one piece of bacon, wrap it around a smokie, and secure it with a toothpick. The bacon should overlap just slightly. Repeat with all the smokies.
  6. Roll each wrapped smokie in the brown sugar mixture, pressing gently so the sugar adheres. Place them on the wire rack, seam-side down, with a little space between each one.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through with tongs. At the 15-minute mark, flip carefully, then continue baking until the bacon is deep golden brown and caramelized.
  8. Let them rest for 5 minutes on the wire rack before serving.

Notes

Pat the smokies dry thoroughly to prevent sugar from sliding off. Use thin-cut bacon for even cooking. Soak toothpicks in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. For extra sticky tops, brush with maple syrup during the last 5 minutes of baking. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow caramelized coating to set.

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Keywords: candied bacon wrapped smokies, bacon wrapped little smokies, sweet and savory appetizer, game day appetizer, party appetizer, bacon wrapped sausages

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