Description
These BBQ Sausage Bites are a quick and easy appetizer made with smoked sausage, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Baked to perfection, they have a rich, smoky flavor with a sticky, caramelized glaze. Perfect for game nights, parties, or a simple snack, they require just four ingredients and minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (14 oz each) smoked sausage
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the sausage: Slice the smoked sausage into 1-inch rounds. This ensures even cooking and makes them the perfect bite-size portion.
- Mix the ingredients: In the prepared baking dish, add the sliced sausage, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard. Stir everything together until the sausage pieces are evenly coated.
- Bake to perfection: Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 45 minutes. Stir the mixture occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even caramelization. The sauce should become thick and bubbly while the sausage develops a slightly charred exterior.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the bites cool slightly before serving. Use toothpicks for easy grabbing or serve them over rice, in sliders, or alongside mac and cheese for a complete meal.
Notes
- To keep them warm for a party, transfer the cooked bites to a slow cooker set on ‘Warm’ for up to 3 hours. Add a splash of barbecue sauce if needed.
- For a spicier version, use a hot barbecue sauce or mix in red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Try different sausage varieties like turkey, beef, or jalapeño cheddar for unique flavor twists.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 258 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 821mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 47mg