Game Day Bacon Wrapped Lil Smokies

These are a game day favorite that you don’t want to miss!

Sweet, salty, and totally irresistible! These bacon wrapped Lil Smokies are the snack everyone sneaks back for seconds (and thirds!). They’re the ultimate Super Bowl party favorite, perfect for piling onto a platter and taking along to game-day gatherings. Easy to make, easy to travel with, and guaranteed to disappear before halftime, this fun little appetizer is always a touchdown with friends and family.

Why These Bacon Wrapped Lil Smokies Are Always a Hit On Gameday!

There’s just something magical about bacon-wrapped snacks, and these Lil Smokies are no exception. They’re sweet, salty, and bite-sized—aka the first thing to disappear at any party. Whether it’s Super Bowl Sunday, a potluck, or a family get-together, this easy appetizer never disappoints.

Ingredients You’ll Need

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this crowd favorite:

• Lil Smokies sausages
• Bacon (cut into thirds)
• Brown sugar (for that sweet glaze)

That’s it! Simple ingredients, big flavor.

How to Make Bacon Wrapped Lil Smokies

Start by wrapping each Lil Smokie with a piece of bacon and securing it with a toothpick. Roll them in brown sugar, then bake until the bacon is crispy and the sugar is bubbly and caramelized. The hardest part is waiting for them to cool before digging in!

Tips for Perfectly Game Day Crispy Bacon

• Use regular-cut bacon (thick-cut takes longer to crisp)
• Line your baking dish with foil for easy cleanup
• Space the Smokies out so the bacon cooks evenly

Sweet & Savory Variations to Try

Want to switch things up? Try adding:

• A sprinkle of chili powder for heat.
• A sprinkle of your favorite bbq seasoning for a smoke flavor.
• BBQ twist after baking, cover in your favorite BBQ sauce and boil on high for 3-4 minutes.

How to Serve Them for Game Day

Serve straight from the oven on a platter with toothpicks, or keep them warm in a slow cooker for longer parties. Either way, expect them to vanish fast so maybe make a double batch!

Make sure to save this recipe for your next gameday snack.

In the end, these bacon wrapped Lil Smokies are the kind of snack that makes hosting easy and stress-free. Whether you’re gearing up for a Super Bowl party, heading to a potluck, or just making a fun family treat, this sweet and savory appetizer is always a win. So before you go, be sure to save this recipe for later and share it on your social media to spread the game-day snack love. Don’t forget to leave a comment and let me know how fast they disappeared at your party!

Bacon Wrapped Lil Smokies

Classic cocktail smokies are wrapped in smoky bacon, coated with a brown sugar rub, and baked until crispy! This will disappear fast.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Ingredients

  

• 16 oz lil smokies
• 1 lb. Bacon cut into 3 smaller sections
• ¾ cup Brown Sugar

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350 °F
• Line a glass 9×13 baking dish with foil. Lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
• Pat sausages dry with paper towel. Wrap each individual sausage with a piece of the cut bacon. Secure with a toothpick or just place in dish.
• Once you have all your smokies wrapped in bacon and in your baking dish you wil sprinkle on your brown sugar.
• Bake for 35-435-40 minutes, until bacon is browned. For some extra crispness, broil for a couple of minutes after baking.
• Remove and let cool. Enjoy!

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Another favorite game day snack of ours is Italian Nachos!