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Bacon-Wrapped Smokies With Brown Sugar

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Smokies With Brown Sugar
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 40 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (28 oz) package little smokies; 1 lb bacon; 2 tbsp smokehouse maple seasoning; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 40 toothpicks

Bacon-wrapped smokies with brown sugar and smokehouse maple seasoning deliver a sweet-and-savory appetizer that's easy to prep and universally crowd-pleasing. Perfect for game day, parties, or any occasion requiring minimal effort and maximum flavor impact.

🌍American 🏷️Bacon-wrapped 🏷️Little smokies 🏷️Appetizer 🏷️Game-day Party-food

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Total

1h 10m

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Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$13–$21

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Ingredients

1 (28 oz) package little smokies
1 lb bacon
2 tbsp smokehouse maple seasoning
1/2 cup brown sugar
40 toothpicks

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Cut the package of bacon into thirds.
3
Wrap each little smokie with a piece of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
4
Arrange the wrapped smokies on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet.
5
Sprinkle generously with smokehouse maple seasoning.
6
Top with a generous dusting of brown sugar.
7
Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the bacon is crispy to your liking.
8
Serve warm and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Wrap bacon tightly and securely around each smokie, overlapping slightly so it doesn't unravel during baking.
Use toothpicks inserted at an angle to keep bacon in place and make serving easier.
Combine brown sugar with smokehouse maple seasoning before sprinkling to ensure even distribution of flavor.
Bake on a parchment-lined or foil-lined baking sheet to catch drippings and simplify cleanup.

Substitutions

Little smokies → cocktail sausages or bratwurst slices (adjust baking time by 5–10 minutes for larger pieces)
Brown sugar → honey or maple syrup (same weight; will add slight moisture)
Smokehouse maple seasoning → smoked paprika + garlic powder (1 tsp paprika + 1/2 tsp garlic powder per 2 tbsp seasoning)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F for 8–10 minutes to re-crisp the bacon.

Equipment

toothpicks · baking sheet · parchment paper or foil

Common Questions

Can I make bacon-wrapped smokies ahead of time?

Yes. Wrap the smokies in bacon and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Bake directly from the fridge, adding 2–3 minutes to the cook time.

How do I prevent the bacon from burning?

Wrap the bacon snugly around each smokie so it crisps evenly. Monitor in the final 5 minutes of baking and remove when bacon is golden and crisp, not charred.

Can I use a different type of sausage?

Yes. Cocktail sausages, bratwurst slices, or chicken sausage work well. Adjust baking time based on size—larger pieces may need 5–10 extra minutes.

What can I substitute for brown sugar?

Honey, maple syrup, or regular granulated sugar work as alternatives. Honey or maple will add slight moisture; use the same weight. Granulated sugar will caramelize similarly.