Crockpot Little Smokies are a tasty appetizer perfect for the Big Game or potlucks. Just 2 ingredients makes this easy to make and budget-friendly!
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When it comes to making something something to take to a potluck, you want something really easy and bonus points if it is affordable and feeds a crowd. For less than $7 total, this crockpot little smokies recipe will feed up to 16 people!
It’s sure to be a hit at your next Super Bowl party and you can even take your crockpot to keep it warm if you’re headed to a friend’s house.
Ingredients
Beef Cocktail Sausages: Also known as “little smokies,” these are mini smoked sausages. They can be found next to the deli meat at your grocery store.
BBQ Sauce: Feel free to use your favorite BBQ sauce or make a batch of homemade BBQ sauce. If you need recommendations for store-bought, I love Sweet Baby Ray’s flavors, but especially their Hickory Brown Sugar variety.
Equipment
- Crockpot or Slow Cooker
- Measuring Cup
- Mixing Spoon
Variations of Little Smokies
Simply BBQ sauce is a classic, and it’s even better when you use homemade BBQ sauce, but there are lots of ways that you can change it up to keep things interesting.
- Try mixing 1 cup BBQ sauce with 1 cup grape jelly
- Add 2 Tablespoons of Balsamic vinegar to your BBQ sauce to give it a bright, rich flavor
- Replace 1/2 of the BBQ sauce in this recipe with apricot jelly or orange marmalade
- Use equal parts sweet chili sauce with grape jelly for some sweet heat
No matter which you choose, you have a really easy appetizer that takes less than 5 minutes prep. By cooking in the crockpot, it’s completely hands-off and you don’t have to take up space in the oven or on the stove.
Additionally, you should try this hot chipped beef dip at your next party!
When it’s time to go to your party, use a large rubber band to secure the lid to the handles of your crockpot if it doesn’t have a locking lid and it’ll be safe to transport with no worry of spills.
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- Budget-Friendly Game Day Appetizers
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Crockpot Little Smokies Recipe
Crockpot Little Smokies
Make a batch of homemade BBQ sauce or use store-bought for an easy 2-ingredient appetizer to feed a crowd. Serve at your Super Bowl party or your next family gathering and it's sure to be a hit.
Instructions
- Combine cocktail sausages and BBQ sauce in crockpot. Stir to fully coat sausages in sauce.
- Cover and cook on Low for 60 minutes.
- Keep crockpot on low or warm setting while serving to maintain heat.
Notes
If using store-bought BBQ sauce, I highly recommend Sweet Baby Ray's.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 100Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 401mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 0gSugar: 12gProtein: 2g
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I love this recipe. It is do easy to make. A great appetizer for parties.
So glad to hear! Thank you, Ann.
What a great appetizer for a crowd! Everyone loves the Little Smokies! I will have to try one of your variations for Super Bowl.
Hi, Sandra. Yes, such a hit! Thank you for taking the time to comment. 🙂