Best Little Smokies Ever Recipe

Forget everything you thought you knew about little smokies! This recipe delivers explosive flavor, transforming humble little smokies into a holiday, game day, or any-day party sensation. These aren't your grandma's BBQ sauce and jelly recipe – these are ridiculously addictive and always disappear first. Easy stovetop or slow cooker options mean minimal effort for maximum deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 328.5 kcal
Protein 23g
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Ingredients for Best Little Smokies Ever

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How to Make Best Little Smokies Ever

  1. In a large saucepan, combine: 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  2. Whisk the sauce ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Add 1 (14-ounce) package of little smokies to the saucepan.
  4. Cover the saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat for 30-45 minutes, or until the little smokies are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
  5. **OR** Combine 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a bowl.
  6. **OR** Whisk the sauce ingredients together until well combined.
  7. **OR** Add 1 (14-ounce) package of little smokies to your slow cooker.
  8. **OR** Pour the sauce mixture over the little smokies, stirring to evenly coat.
  9. **OR** Cook on high for 2-4 hours, or until heated through and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

57 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

42g

Carbs

5g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Low Protein Very Low Carbs Appetizers Side Dishes Pork Easy Beginner Cook Dinner Party Holiday Event Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat Pork Sausage 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Best Little Smokies Ever?

Best Little Smokies Ever takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Best Little Smokies Ever?

Best Little Smokies Ever has approximately 328.5 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Best Little Smokies Ever?

The key ingredients for Best Little Smokies Ever are Little Smokies Sausages, Ketchup, White Vinegar, Dark Brown Sugar, Yellow Mustard, Ground Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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