Sweet Lit’l Smokies
Sweet Lit’l Smokies are a quick and tasty appetizer featuring mini sausages simmered in a sweet and tangy sauce—perfect for entertaining or holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Lit’l Smokies or mini smoked sausages
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup grape jelly
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Combine barbecue sauce, grape jelly, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir until the jelly is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add Lit’l Smokies and stir to coat evenly.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until sausages are heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve warm directly from the pot or transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm during serving.
Notes
- Substitute chili sauce for grape jelly for a tangier flavor.
- Can be made in a slow cooker: combine all ingredients and heat on low for 2–3 hours.
- Use turkey or plant-based sausages for dietary variations.
- Double the recipe for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 4–5 sausages
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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