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Crockpot Little Smokies Recipe

Simple to prep and cook, these Crockpot little smokies are such an effortless way to keep hungry mouths happy during game day!
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • ½ cup grape jelly
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 28 ounces little smokies sausages (2 (14-ounce) packages)

Instructions

  • Mix together the BBQ sauce, grape jelly, apple cider vinegar, and ground cayenne in a mixing bowl.
    1 cup barbecue sauce, ½ cup grape jelly, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • Add the little smokies to the crockpot.
    28 ounces little smokies sausages
  • Pour the sauce over the little smokies and stir to coat.
  • Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until warmed through.
    Chinese crockpot little smokies in a white bowl on a table.

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Notes

  • There are a variety of little smokies brands, also known as cocktail sausages. Use any brand you prefer. Brands also vary in weight with most packages between 12-16 ounces. This recipe will work with any of these sizes! 
  • If you don't like things spicy, you can skip adding the cayenne. If you like things extra hot, feel free to add a little more!
  • Make sure that the little smokies are well coated in the sauce before setting to cook.
Storage: Store crockpot little smokies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 925mg | Potassium: 183mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg