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A close-up view of candied bacon wrapped smokies on a white serving platter, showing the crispy texture of the bacon and the shiny glaze.

Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies: The Ultimate Party Appetizer

The ultimate party appetizer! These Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies are incredibly easy to make with just 3 ingredients. Sweet, savory, and irresistibly delicious!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (14 ounce) package little smokies patted dry
  • 1 (16 ounce) package regular-cut bacon cut into thirds
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for a little heat

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Wire Rack (Optional)
  • Toothpicks

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil and place an oven-safe wire rack on top. This allows the bacon fat to drip down and helps the smokies get crispy all around.
  2. Cut each slice of bacon into three equal pieces. Wrap one piece of bacon around each little smoky and secure it with a toothpick.
  3. In a shallow bowl, combine the packed brown sugar and the optional cayenne pepper. Roll each bacon-wrapped smoky in the sugar mixture, pressing gently to ensure it's well-coated.
  4. Place the coated smokies on the prepared wire rack in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
  5. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked through and crispy and the brown sugar has melted into a bubbly glaze. For extra crispy bacon, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching very carefully to prevent burning.
  6. Let the smokies cool for a few minutes before serving. The glaze will thicken slightly as it cools. Serve warm.

Notes

Tip 1: Do not use thick-cut bacon. It will not crisp up in the same amount of time and can result in undercooked bacon or overcooked smokies.
Tip 2: Patting the smokies dry with a paper towel is a crucial step. It helps the bacon wrap more securely and stay in place during baking.
Tip 3: For easy cleanup, make sure to line your baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. The caramelized sugar can be difficult to clean otherwise.