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    Recipes » Appetizers » 20 Recipes for Little Smokies

    20 Recipes for Little Smokies

    Published: Sep 21, 2022 by Kate Shungu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    pigs in a blanket and little smokies on toothpicks in two separate photos divided by text.

    We’ve rounded up 20 recipes for little smokies that take these little cocktail sausages to the next level! Whether you need a quick appetizer or a crockpot dinner, these recipes have you covered.

    Little smokies. Cocktail wieners. Cocktail franks. Mini sausages. Little weenies. Lit’l smokies. Whatever you call them, these little appetizers are a blank canvas for creating amazing appetizers and main dishes.

    The vintage recipe that started this whole round-up, my Crockpot Little Smokies, is a true crowd pleaser. It has just three ingredients, and you can serve it straight from the crockpot. That’s my kind of appetizer!

    little smokies with grape jelly and chili sauce on toothpicks on a wooden board.

    I knew there must be more fabulous little smokies recipes out there, so I put a call out to some of the very best food bloggers to send me their recipes. And these recipes do not disappoint!

    We have them with jelly, in a crockpot, wrapped in puff pastry to create pigs in a blanket, made into a wreath, smoked, glazed, in an instant pot, and so much more.

    These recipes will inspire your next tailgate, holiday party, cozy gathering at home, happy hour, cocktail party, after school snack, or just a hankering for hot dogs!

    So without further ado, here are the top 20 recipes for little smokies. Tell me in the comments which one you’ll be trying first!

    Crockpot recipes

    crockpot little smokies on toothpicks on a wooden board.

    Crockpot Little Smokies

    This easy recipe only has 3 ingredients! Serve it straight out of the crockpot for a truly no-fuss appetizer.

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    little smokies on a toothpick, drenched in a bbq glaze.

    Slow Cooker BBQ Little Smokies with Bourbon

    BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and bourbon team up to create a sticky-sweet appetizer that everyone will love.

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    little smokies on a platter next to a jar of apple jelly and a can of cranberry sauce.

    Apple Cranberry Little Smokies

    This one is perfect for fall: cranberry sauce, apple jelly, and bbq sauce create the sweet and tangy glaze for these cocktail sausages.

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    little smokies in a white and green cup next to a mini football and cans of dr pepper.

    Dr. Pepper Little Smokies

    A can of Dr. Pepper creates a sweet glaze for these cocktail wieners.

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    little smokies and chunks of pineapple in a crockpot.

    Crockpot Smokies with Cranberry and Pineapple

    You’ll need Catalina salad dressing, cranberry sauce, and pineapple for this easy crockpot recipe.

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    Bacon Wrapped Recipes

    bacon wrapped sausages on a white platter, next to a hand piercing one with a toothpick.

    Brown Sugar Bacon Wrapped Smokies

    A little sweet and a little spicy, these appetizers will fly off the platter!

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    bacon wrapped sausages in a crockpot.

    Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies

    You can make bacon wrapped smokies entirely in the slow cooker with this easy recipe.

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    a hand holding bacon wrapped sausage and a chunk of pineapple on a toothpick.

    Bacon Wrapped Smokies: 3 Ways!

    Choose from regular, pineapple, or peach-jalapeño for these bacon wrapped appetizers.

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    Pigs in a Blanket Recipes

    pigs in a blanket on a white platter.

    Classic Pigs in a Blanket

    You just need a few ingredients to create these classic party appetizers. Puff pastry makes them SO flaky and buttery!

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    pigs in a blanket on a platter with little bowls of ketchup and mustard.

    Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

    Did you know you can make pigs in a blanket in the air fryer? They come out so crispy!

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    dinner rolls filled inside with cocktail sausages and onions.

    Grown Up Pigs in a Blanket

    These dinner rolls are stuffed with little smokies, sauerkraut, and caramelized onions to create a grown-up take on pigs in a blanket.

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    pigs in a blanket standing on their ends, arranged to resemble a wreath around a bowl of bbq sauce.

    Pull-Apart Pigs in a Blanket Wreath

    Just a few extra steps will turn pigs in a blanket into a stunning wreath! This one is made with store-bought pizza crust to make it extra easy.

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    Holiday Recipes

    cocktail sausages wrapped in thinly cut crescent rolls to resemble mummies.

    Mini Mummy Dogs

    Cocktail sausages get all dressed up in strips of crescent rolls for this Halloween-inspired appetizer.

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    pigs in a blanket arranged in a circle on a bed of greens to resemble a wreath.

    Pigs in a Blanket Wreath

    How darling is this wreath made with pigs in a blanket? It’s the perfect appetizer for a holiday party, or to serve before the big Christmas dinner.

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    Even More Little Smokies Recipes

    little smokies, pineapple chunks, and red pepper pieces in a white bowl.

    Hawaiian Lit’l Smokies

    You just need four ingredients for this Hawaiian-inspired lit’l smokies recipe!

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    corn muffins with a cocktail sausage in the middle, next to a bowl of bbq sauce.

    Corn Dog Mini Muffins

    Get the taste of a corn dog without frying! These mini muffins are the perfect party food, quick dinner, or after school snack.

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    little smokies with a dark brown glaze in a bowl.

    Smoked Little Smokies

    Get even more smoke flavor in these little sausages by using a smoker!

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    mini sausages with a bbq sauce in an instant pot.

    Instant Pot Little Smokies

    You can make this popular party appetizer in an Instant Pot! They will be ready to serve in just 15 minutes.

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    cocktail franks with apple and onions in a large dutch oven.

    Cocktail Franks with Apples and Onions

    This four ingredient dish can be served as an appetizer, or you can add mashed potatoes and serve it as a main course.

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    mini cocktail sausages in a large bowl, next to three sausages with toothpicks on a white plate.

    Brown Sugar BBQ Mini Sausages

    These classic cocktail weenies are made on the stovetop with a few pantry staples. They’re perfect for your next party.

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    More appetizer inspiration

    Here are a few more of my favorite appetizers for your next party, that DON’T involve cocktail sausages!

    • Reuben Dip
    • Crockpot Chili Cheese Dip
    • Puff Pastry Bites with Goat Cheese and Jam (a reader favorite!)
    • Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
    • Bacon Wrapped Meatballs
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