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Candied Bacon Wrapped Smokies

The perfect party dish or even late night snack! 

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 575 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Bacon cut into thirds
  • 1 lb little smokies
  • 8 Tbs butter one stick
  • 2 Cups brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbs cider vinegar

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375
  2. Completely wrap the surface of a rimmed half sheet baking pan with aluminum foil.
  3. Wrap each little smokie with a ⅓ piece of bacon and place with the seam side down on the baking sheet.
  4. In a medium sized saucepan (or in the microwave in microwave safe dish), melt the butter over medium heat.
  5. Add the brown sugar, cayenne and cider vinegar to the melted butter and stir well, continue to heat over medium heat until the brown sugar is completely melted.
  6. Pour the butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the smokies.
  7. Place the baking sheet into the oven on the center rack. Bake for 15-20 minutes until heated through. Turn the heat up to broil and give the smokies a few more minutes (don’t leave the oven and keep peeking in there to see what’s happening). They are ready when the bacon starts to crisp. (about 5 minutes).

Notes

  • It is absolutely imperative that you completely line your rimmed baking dish with aluminum foil.  These little smokies are VERY STICKY and I’m not sure that the sticky would EVER come off if it got into the corners of your pan.
  • You will absolutely want to serve these smokies with a toothpick OR offer forks to your guests because these little boogers are STICKY and no one wants to go around with sticky fingers.
  • If you are serving these smokies as an appetizer, you might want to consider also serving other appetizers as well.  A light or vinegary appetizer would go well with these. I would suggest olives, pickles or something like that.
  • PRO TIP: Any type of bacon will work for this recipe, but flavored bacon's add a special zip. Try maple or applewood smoked for a wonderful taste. 
  • PRO TIP:  For a fun  taste, add a small piece of pineapple on the toothpick above the smokie. Oh goodness! 
  • It is absolutely imperative that you completely line your rimmed baking dish with aluminum foil.  These little smokies are VERY STICKY and I’m not sure that the sticky would EVER come off if it got into the corners of your pan.
  • You will absolutely want to serve these smokies with a toothpick OR offer forks to your guests because these little boogers are STICKY and no one wants to go around with sticky fingers.
  • If you are serving these smokies as an appetizer, you might want to consider also serving other appetizers as well.  A light or vinegary appetizer would go well with these. I would suggest olives, pickles or something like that.
  • These work really good with Hot Cheesy Bacon Party Dip,  Salted Chocolate Bark, and Hot Wing Popcorn if you are looking for fun party snacks!

Nutrition Information

Calories 575kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 40g (62%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 83mg (28%) Sodium 857mg (36%) Potassium 230mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 43g (86%) Vitamin A 375IU (8%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 47mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 575

% Daily Value*

Calories 575kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 40g 62%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 83mg 28%
Sodium 857mg 36%
Potassium 230mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 43g 86%
Vitamin A 375IU 8%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 47mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.