Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

These bacon-wrapped little Smokies make a delicious appetizer or snack for the holidays or a super bowl party! Easy to make and incredibly tasty, your guests will definitely be asking for more. Gluten-free and dairy-free too.

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Tasty Appetizers

Holiday season is here, and there’s nothing better to kick off a great party than starting with a table full of tasty appetizers… From jalapeño poppers, to halloumi fries, to bruschetta and popcorn chicken, we just love our appetizers!

And today’s recipe for little smokies wrapped in bacon don’t just taste amazing, it also looks fancy enough for the holiday table (as a perfect game day appetizer)!

With minimal prep but maximum flavor, these juicy cocktail sausages are wrapped in crispy bacon, resulting in a savory bite-sized snack or appetizer. YUM!

Why This Recipe Works:

• Simple Ingredients: All you need are a small handful of ingredients to make this elegant and delicious appetizer (which you can find at your local grocery store!).
• So Easy to Make: With just 5 minutes prep time, these bacon wrapped little smokies are ready from scratch in less than 30 minutes!
• Totally Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free: The best part is that this easy appetizer recipe is 100% gluten-free and dairy-free, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten or lactose intolerances can enjoy it without issues!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for making these bacon-wrapped little smokies.

(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)

Recipe Notes + Substitutions:

• Little Smokies: Make sure to get cocktail sausages (tiny hot dogs) because that’s the whole point of these individual finger foods (so they can be served individually!).
• Bacon: Depending on how much you enjoy bacon, you can either use regular-cut bacon or thick-cut bacon, and then cutting the bacon into narrow strips.
• Honey: I used raw honey, but you can use whichever honey you have on hand.

How to Make Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies (Step by Step):

1. Preheat & Line

Preheat the oven to 350F and line a large baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

2. Cut Bacon into Strips

Cut the bacon into narrow strips, about ½-inch thick. Set aside the thin slices of bacon on a plate.

3. Wrap Sausages in Bacon

Wrap each little sausage in bacon, overlapping the ends of the bacon.

3. Place Sausages on Baking Sheet

Lay out the bacon-wrapped cocktail sausages in a single layer on the previously prepared baking sheet. Use a silicon brush to spread honey over the sausages.

4. Bake

Bake for about 20 minutes until the edges of the bacon are crispy.

5. Serve and Enjoy!

Place the bacon-wrapped smokies on a plate, garnish with sprigs of fresh rosemary, and enjoy!

Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:

• No Mini Sausages? If you can’t find mini sausages, you can simply cut a regular sausage or hot dog into small bite-sized pieces.
• Swap out Pork for Turkey: If you don’t eat pork, simply use mini turkey sausages and turkey bacon instead.
• Use Maple Syrup: Feel free to swap out the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar instead!
• Prepare Ahead: If you wish, you can always prep first by wrapping the lil smokies in bacon and then storing them in an airtight container for up to 1 day before baking them and serving.
• Dipping Sauces to Serve With: These smokies go great with barbecue sauce, honey mustard, or aioli!

Other Favorite Appetizers to Make:

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Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

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• Author: Felicia Lim
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Gluten Free

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These bacon-wrapped little Smokies make a delicious appetizer or snack for the holidays! Easy to make and incredibly tasty, your guests will definitely be asking for more. Gluten-free and dairy-free too.

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Ingredients

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• 16 gluten-free little smokie sausages, about 2-inches long
• 8 strips bacon
• 3 tablespoons honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Preheat & Line: Preheat the oven to 350F and line a large baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Cut Bacon into Strips: Cut the bacon into narrow strips, about ½-inch thick.
3. Wrap Sausages in Bacon: Wrap each little smokie sausage in bacon, overlapping the ends of the bacon.
4. Place Sausages on Baking Sheet: Lay out the bacon-wrapped sausages on a baking sheet. Use a silicon brush to spread honey over the sausages.
5. Bake: Bake for about 20 minutes until the edges of the bacon are crispy.

Notes

Little Smokies: Make sure to get the cocktail sausages because that’s the whole point of these individual appetizers (so they can be served individually!).

Bacon: Depending on how much you enjoy bacon, you can either use regular-cut bacon or thick-cut bacon, and then cutting the bacon into narrow strips.

Honey: I used raw honey, but you can use whichever honey you have on hand.

• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Category: Appetizers
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American