Description
These Pineapple Brown Sugar Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, making them an irresistible snack for any occasion. The glaze made from brown sugar and pineapple juice enhances the smoky flavor of the sausages, delivering a taste that will delight your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (14 oz each) of Lil’ Smokies sausages
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a kick)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- In a slow cooker, add the Lil’ Smokies sausages and pour the pineapple glaze over them. Gently stir to ensure the sausages are evenly coated.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the slow cooker, mixing them in with the sausages and glaze.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are heated through and the sauce is bubbly.
- Serve warm, using toothpicks for easy snacking. These bites are perfect for parties, game days, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests with a deliciously sweet and savory treat.
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to taste if you prefer a milder or spicier bite.
- For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of freshly grated ginger.
- Canned pineapple works well, but fresh pineapple provides a more vibrant taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-4 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Lil' Smokies, Pineapple, Party Snack, Easy Recipe, Slow Cooker