Description
A classic party favorite, Crockpot Little Smokies are mini cocktail sausages slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce. Whether you prefer BBQ, spicy, or sweet variations, this no-fuss appetizer is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
Classic BBQ Little Smokies
- 2 packages (28 oz each) Little Smokies sausages
- 1 ½ cups BBQ sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Variations
Spicy Buffalo Little Smokies
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce
- ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Grape Jelly BBQ Little Smokies
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Honey Garlic Little Smokies
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sauce
- In a mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Stir until fully blended.
Step 2: Add to Slow Cooker
- Place Little Smokies into the slow cooker.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the sausages, ensuring they are fully coated.
Step 3: Cook
- Low heat: 2-3 hours (recommended for best flavor).
- High heat: 1-1.5 hours if short on time.
Step 4: Stir Occasionally
- Stir every 30-45 minutes to ensure even coating.
Step 5: Serve
- Once the sauce has thickened and the sausages are heated through, switch the slow cooker to “Keep Warm”.
- Serve with toothpicks, slider buns, or over rice for a heartier option.
Notes
- Thicker Sauce: Remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow extra moisture to evaporate.
- Spicier Version: Add hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Cook the sausages, let them cool, and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5-6 pieces
- Calories: 250-300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600-900mg
- Fat: 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: 5-8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8-12g
- Carbohydrates: 15-20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9-12g
- Cholesterol: 25-40mg