🥓 Bacon-Wrapped Smokies (Brown Sugar Glazed)
Ingredients
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1 package little smokies (about 14 oz)
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1 lb bacon, cut into thirds
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1 cup brown sugar
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Optional:
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pinch of cayenne or chili powder for a sweet–spicy version
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maple syrup drizzle for extra caramelization
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Instructions
1. Prep
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment for easier cleanup.
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Place a wire rack on top if you want crispier bacon (optional).
2. Wrap the smokies
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Cut bacon strips into thirds.
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Wrap each smoky with one piece of bacon.
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Secure with a toothpick.
3. Coat with brown sugar
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Place all bacon-wrapped smokies on the baking sheet.
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Sprinkle brown sugar generously over the tops.
(Some people roll them directly in sugar for a thicker glaze.)
4. Bake
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Bake 35–45 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sugar has caramelized.
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For extra crispy edges, broil the last 2–3 minutes (watch closely!).
Serve
Serve warm, straight from the pan or in a slow cooker set to “warm” for parties.
🔥 Variations
Spicy Sweet Smokies
Add a pinch of cayenne or brush with sriracha + honey before baking.
BBQ Smokies
Brush with your favorite BBQ sauce during the final 10 minutes of baking.
Maple Bacon Smokies
Drizzle with maple syrup before adding brown sugar for deeper caramelization.
Everything Bagel Smokies
Skip the brown sugar and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning for a savory twist.
If you want, I can also give you:
🥓 A slow cooker version
🥓 A 3-ingredient bacon-wrapped smoky
🥓 A keto/low-sugar version
Just tell me!
