3-Ingredient Bacon Smokies (Printable)

Crispy bacon-wrapped smokies with a sweet brown sugar glaze, ideal for easy entertaining.

# Components:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 24 cocktail smokies (approximately 14 oz)
02 - 12 slices regular-cut bacon
03 - ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark, about 3.5 oz)

# Directions:

01 - Heat the oven to 400°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - Cut each slice of bacon in half crosswise to yield 24 shorter strips.
03 - Wrap each cocktail smokie with a half-strip of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
04 - Place the bacon-wrapped smokies seam side down on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Evenly sprinkle brown sugar over the top of each wrapped smokie.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until bacon is crisp and the sugar is melted and caramelized.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes to allow the caramelized sugar to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Savory and sweet flavor combination
  • Easy to prepare with only a few ingredients
02 -
  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar before sprinkling
  • Turkey bacon may be substituted for a lighter option but cooking times may vary
03 -
  • Use regular bacon instead of thick-cut for easier wrapping and even cooking
  • Make sure to secure the bacon with toothpicks to prevent unwrapping during baking
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