Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Today, gather your crew and let’s make these heavenly bacon-wrapped little smokies, perfect for any party, gathering, or just a night in with your loved ones! Prepare your taste buds for an explosion of flavors and crispy bites everyone will adore!
We’re talking about classic cocktail smokies wrapped in smoky bacon, coated with a finger-licking spicy brown sugar rub, and baked until they’re oh-so-crispy and addictive.
Gather your ingredients, these little smokies are calling your name! Don’t forget your favorite cocktail, or perhaps a frosty beer, to go with these scrumptious bites.

Let’s jump into the prep, it’s as easy as 1-2-3! Grab those little smokies and give them a good pat-down with paper towels, we want them nice and dry before we wrap them up.
Next, it’s time for the smoky bacon! Give each smokie a cozy wrap with half a slice of bacon. Secure them with a toothpick, so they stay snuck in there.
Now, let’s create that magical rub that’s going to make your taste buds do a happy dance! In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Sprinkle this delightful mixture all over your wrapped smokies, making sure they get evenly coated.

Get your baking sheet ready, spread out some parchment paper for a no-mess cleanup. Place your bacon-wrapped little smokies on the sheet and pop them into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C).
Set your timer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the bacon is nice and crispy and the smokies are cooked through. Remember to give them a little flip halfway through, so they cook evenly.

Once they’re done, grab a serving bowl and line these beauties up. Garnish them with fresh parsley or green onions if you’re feeling fancy. Your guests will be lining up for these bites, so be prepared to refill the bowl often!
That’s it, folks! Your bacon-wrapped little smokies are ready to steal the show. Serve them up while they’re hot and crispy, and watch them disappear in no time. Enjoy every savory, smoky bite!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 package cocktail smokies
- 1 pound smoky bacon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Pat dry the cocktail smokies with paper towels.
- 2. Wrap each smokie with half a slice of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
- 3. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper for the rub.
- 4. Sprinkle the rub evenly over the wrapped smokies.
- 5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6. Place the bacon-wrapped smokies on the baking sheet and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy.
- 7. Transfer the cooked smokies to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.
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