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Simmered low and slow in a homemade sweet and savory sauce, Little Smokies are the perfect way to liven up any party. This easy-to-make appetizer is always a hit for game day, casual entertaining, and family get-togethers!
I’m all about celebrating the little things in life… that includes Little Smokies! Whether you’re looking for a new recipe using classic cocktail sausage or you’ve never tried them before, you will fall head over heels for this dish in no time.
This recipe has an irresistible smokey, sweet flavor, and it’s super easy to make, thanks to the magic of the Crock Pot. With only six simple ingredients and 5 minutes of preparation, you can relax knowing that your ‘hands-free’ recipe will be ready to serve in 3 hours!
Brown Sugar Little Smokies are the ULTIMATE dish for game days, tailgates, or any time you’re entertaining friends! It’s a picky-eater-approved appetizer that does double duty as a main dish. No matter the size of the crowd you’re feeding or the occasion, Slow Cooked Little Smokies are always a winner!
Make This Recipe For…
- Block Parties
- Cookouts and Barbecues
- Super Bowl Parties
- Game Day and Tailgating
- Potlucks
- Casual Entertaining
- Holiday Celebrations
- Graduation Parties
Ingredients Needed To Make Brown Sugar Little Smokies
- Little Smokies Cocktail Weenies
- BBQ sauce – use your favorite
- Cranberry Sauce
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Dijon Mustard
- Brown Sugar
PRO TIP: If you’re serving these Brown Sugar Little Smokies at a party or anytime you’re feeding a crowd, I recommend serving them straight out of the Crock Pot! Once they’re finished cooking, simply set the Crock Pot to WARM and it’ll keep the dish at the perfect serving temperature for hours.
How To Make Brown Sugar Little Smokies
This recipe is just about as straightforward as it gets! All you’ll need is 6 simple ingredients, about 5 minutes of preparation, and then let the Crock Pot work it’s magic!
- Place the Little Smokies Cocktail Weenies into the bottom of a Crock Pot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ Sauce, cranberry sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon Mustard and brown sugar until fully combined. Pour sauce into the Crock Pot, then stir to coat all the Little Smokies.
- Place the lid onto the Crock Pot and set it to cook on LOW for 3 hours until the little smokies are thoroughly heated. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Are Little Smokies Fully Cooked?
Yes, they absolutely are! Little Smokies are similar to hot dogs in that you only need to heat them through, there’s never any concern about them being undercooked.
How Long Do Little Smokies Last After Being Cooked?
While I doubt you’ll have any leftovers, they will need to be refrigerated if you do. I recommend storing the leftovers for this recipe in an airtight container in the fridge, they will last you about 3-5 days.
How To Serve Brown Sugar Little Smokies
As I already mentioned, I am a huge fan of serving Little Smokies straight out of my Crock Pot. You can set up a buffet line and simply place your Slow Cooker onto the counter with a serving spoon. This will keep the food warm enough for folks to return for second servings.
What Do You Serve With Little Smokies?
There are tons of terrific dishes to serve with this recipe, but here are just a couple of combinations that I’ve tried and really enjoyed…
- Best Crock Pot Pulled Pork
- Southern Macaroni Salad
- Potato Salad For A Crowd
- Strawberry Spinach Salad (Fresh And Easy)
- Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Topping
More Recipes You’ll Love…
- Ultimate Crock Pot Party Meatballs
- Easy Beef and Cheddar Sliders
- Classic Cowboy Caviar
- Creamy Easy Deviled Eggs
- Best Pigs In A Blanket (Simple And Easy)
Brown Sugar Little Smokies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 packages of Little Smokies Cocktail Weenies
- 2 cups of BBQ Sauce – use your favorite brand, I use Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce
- 1 can Cranberry Sauce
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar – light or dark brown sugar
Instructions
- Place the Little Smokies Cocktail Weenies into the bottom of a Crock Pot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ Sauce, cranberry sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon Mustard and brown sugar until fully combined. Pour sauce into the Crock Pot, then stir to coat all the Little Smokies.
- Place the lid onto the Crock Pot and set it to cook on LOW for 3 hours until the little smokies are thoroughly heated. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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