Pineapple Brown Sugar Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites Recipe

Introduction

These Pineapple Brown Sugar Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites are the perfect sweet and savory snack for any gathering. Juicy smokies coated in a tangy pineapple glaze make for an irresistible appetizer that’s easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.

Ingredients

• 2 packages (14 oz each) 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
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
2. Step 2: Add the Lil’ Smokies sausages to the slow cooker and pour the glaze over them.
3. Step 3: Stir in the pineapple chunks to add texture and flavor.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours or on High for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Step 5: Serve warm with toothpicks for easy snacking.

Tips & Variations

• For extra heat, increase the cayenne pepper or add a splash of hot sauce to the glaze.
• Use fresh pineapple chunks for a brighter flavor, or canned if you prefer a sweeter taste.
• If you don’t have a slow cooker, bake the mixture in a covered dish at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. These bites can also be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw overnight before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe without a slow cooker?

Yes, you can bake the smokies in a covered baking dish at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and glazing.

Are Lil’ Smokies sausages cooked before using?

Yes, Lil’ Smokies are pre-cooked sausages, so you are essentially warming them up and coating them with the glaze during cooking.

Pineapple Brown Sugar Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites Recipe

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Sweet and savory Pineapple Brown Sugar Mississippi Lil’ Smokies Bites combine smoky mini sausages with a luscious pineapple glaze, slowly cooked to tender perfection. This crowd-pleasing appetizer features a tangy pineapple infusion with a hint of spice, ideal for parties or game day snacks.

• Author: Emma
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 4 hours (Low) or 2 hours (High)
• Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (Low) or 2 hours 10 minutes (High)
• Yield: Approximately 8–10 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Sausage

• 2 packages (14 oz each) Lil’ Smokies sausages

Glaze

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Additional

• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)

Instructions

1. Make the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
2. Combine sausages and glaze: Place the Lil’ Smokies sausages into the slow cooker. Pour the prepared brown sugar pineapple glaze evenly over the sausages.
3. Add pineapple chunks: Stir in the pineapple chunks to the mixture inside the slow cooker, ensuring they are distributed evenly for added texture and flavor.
4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 4 hours or on High for 2 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
5. Serve: Once cooked and glazed, serve the Lil’ Smokies bites warm with toothpicks for easy snacking at your party or gathering.

Notes

• Use fresh or canned pineapple chunks based on availability; canned pineapple adds extra sweetness.
• For extra heat, increase cayenne pepper or add a dash of hot sauce to the glaze.
• Stirring occasionally during cooking ensures the glaze coats the sausages well and prevents burning.
• These bites can be prepared ahead and reheated in the slow cooker before serving.
• Serve with toothpicks for easy, mess-free snacking.

Keywords: Lil’ Smokies, appetizer, slow cooker, pineapple brown sugar glaze, party food, game day snacks, sausage bites