Description
Meet the party MVP: Ultimate Crockpot Little Smokies. These bite-sized sausages simmer in a glossy, sweet, and smoky sauce that’s downright addictive—think BBQ bliss meets effortless prep. With just five minutes of hands-on time, you’ll have a slow cooker full of pure crowd-pleasing magic that keeps guests hovering with toothpicks in hand. Whether it’s game day, a potluck, or the holidays, this nostalgic favorite always steals the show and disappears before you can say “who wants seconds?”
Ingredients
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4 (16 oz) packages Little Smokies sausages
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4 cups BBQ sauce (smoky or hickory-style)
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½ cup brown sugar
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3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp paprika (use smoked paprika for extra depth)
Optional Add-Ins:
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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½ tsp red pepper flakes
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1–2 tbsp bourbon
Instructions
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Whisk the Sauce: In your slow cooker, combine BBQ sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Whisk until smooth.
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Add the Smokies: Stir in all sausages until evenly coated.
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Cook Low & Slow: Cover and cook on Low for 2–3 hours or High for 1–1½ hours, stirring halfway through.
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Thicken (Optional): For a stickier glaze, uncover for the last 30 minutes or stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water).
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Serve Warm: Keep on “Warm” during your event for easy snacking—just add toothpicks!
Notes
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Add pineapple chunks for a tropical twist.
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Mix half BBQ sauce, half buffalo sauce for a spicy kick.
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Double the batch for large gatherings—it vanishes fast!
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Leftovers? Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave in 30-second bursts.
Nutrition
- Calories: 395cal Per Serving
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 10g