Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies

Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies

Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies are a crowd favorite and the best part is, you only need FOUR ingredients to make this easy appetizer in the crock pot.

Ingredients

  • bacon
    12 oz
  • cocktail sausages

    "lil smokies"

    16 oz
  • brown sugar
    1 ¾ c
  • paprika
    ½ tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut each slice of bacon into 3 pieces.

  2. 2

    Wrap a piece of bacon around each sausage & secure the bacon into the sausage with a toothpick.

  3. 3

    To a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and paprika and sprinkle 1 cup into the bottom of a 6 qt slow cooker.

  4. 4

    Add the sausages to the bottom of the slow cooker and sprinkle the remaining brown sugar mixture over the top.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours, stirring occasionally so they brown evenly.

  6. 6

    Remove from slow cooker and serve!

Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies

Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies

4.7(104)426 cal

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About this Recipe

Looking for that go-to appetizer that disappears faster than you can say "party favor"? These Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies are precisely what you need to delight your guests with minimal effort.

What makes these bacon wrapped little smokies so incredibly popular and simple is their clever use of just four ingredients and the magic of your crock pot. The slow cooking process transforms humble cocktail sausages and bacon into an irresistible, sticky-sweet, and savory bite that everyone raves about, making you look like a culinary genius without breaking a sweat.

Imagine tender little cocktail sausages, lovingly swaddled in crisp bacon, then slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, caramelized glaze. The generous coating of brown sugar, subtly spiced with paprika, melts down to create a glossy, deeply flavorful syrup that clings beautifully to every morsel. Each bite offers a satisfying contrast: the salty, savory crunch of bacon, the juicy burst of the smokie, and that unforgettable sweet and smoky sticky glaze. It’s an easy-to-love combination that’s utterly addictive and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Customization & Variations

While the classic combination is perfect, you can easily personalize these slow cooker bacon wrapped little smokies. Consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar for a subtle fiery kick, or a dash of garlic powder to deepen the savory notes. For a different type of sweetness, a tablespoon of maple syrup could be mixed in with the brown sugar. These simple tweaks allow you to tailor the flavor profile to your preference or the occasion.

These bacon wrapped smokies crockpot appetizers are the quintessential party food, ideal for game day gatherings, festive holiday celebrations, or any casual get-together where fuss-free yet incredibly delicious finger foods are a must.

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