Bacon Wrapped Sausages: Two Meats, One Stick, Zero Remorse

Bacon makes everything better. Sausages are already great. Together? Meat perfection.

Wrap sausage in bacon. Brush with BBQ glaze. Bake until crispy. Secure with a toothpick. 25 minutes. These disappear faster than you can make them. Make two batches.

Ingredients

Makes 16-20 pieces.

• 1 package (16 oz) little smoked sausages or cocktail wieners (about 16-20)
• 1 package (16 oz) thin-cut bacon, cut into thirds
• ½ cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Toothpicks (soaked in water 10 minutes to prevent burning)

Optional glaze add-ins: Honey, sriracha, maple syrup

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
2. Cut bacon strips into thirds.

Step 2: Wrap the Sausages

1. Wrap one piece of bacon around each sausage. Secure with a toothpick.
2. Place on wire rack seam-side down.

Step 3: Make the Glaze

1. Mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 4: Glaze and Bake

1. Brush glaze over each bacon-wrapped sausage.
2. Bake 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy and caramelized.

Step 5: Serve

1. Let cool 5 minutes. Transfer to a platter. Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.

Summary

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15-20 minutes | Total Time: 25-30 minutes

Yield: 16-20 pieces

Difficulty: Easy

Storage Notes

Fridge:

Store leftovers for 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.

Reheat:

Air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes. Oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes.

Freezer Friendly:

Freeze baked or unbaked for 2 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.

Pro Tip:

Use thin-cut bacon. Thick-cut won’t crisp up properly in the oven.