Little Smokies in the Crockpot

5 from 1 vote

Little Smokies in the Crockpot

Little Smokies in the Crockpot are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's easy to whip up and packed with flavor. They are a delicious blend of sweet and tangy, featuring a mouthwatering sauce made with BBQ, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and lager beer. Perfect for game day, parties, or any casual gathering.

Prep Time10

Cook Time4

Total Time4 10

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Little Smokies in Crockpot

Servings:

Calories: 168kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

28 ounces little smokie sausages
1 cup bbq sauce
1 cup ketchup
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 lager style beer optional

Instructions

Combine the sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine the bbq sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and beer (if using).
Prep the smokies. Add the little smokie sausages to the crockpot. Stir in the sauce.
Cook. Cook on high for 2-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours.

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Notes

Taste the sauce before serving this lil smokies recipe. Don't be afraid to adjust the sweetness or acidity by adding more brown sugar, vinegar or spices to suit your preferences.

Consider using a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup. These disposable liners can help the sauce from sticking to the sides and they make washing the crockpot a breeze.

This recipe is hands-off but giving the little smokies a gentle stir every hour or so can help keep them well-coasted in the sauce and heated thoroughly.

If you enjoy a hint of heat, choose a spicy barbecue sauce instead of a sweet or vinegar-based bbq.

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