Candied Kielbasa Bites

Here’s a Candied Kielbasa Bites recipe that makes a perfect sweet-and-savory party appetizer:

🍴 Candied Kielbasa Bites

Ingredients

• 2 lbs kielbasa sausage (cut into bite-sized rounds)

• 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)

• 1 cup barbecue sauce (or chili sauce for extra tang)

• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (optional, for balance)

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional, for brightness)

Instructions

1. Prep the sausage

   • Slice kielbasa into ½-inch thick rounds.

2. Make the sauce

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, barbecue sauce (or chili sauce), mustard, and vinegar until smooth.

3. Cook

   • Slow Cooker Method: Add sausage and sauce to a slow cooker. Stir to coat. Cook on LOW 4–5 hours or HIGH 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally.

   • Oven Method: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place sausage in a baking dish, pour sauce over, and toss to coat. Bake 45–50 minutes, stirring once or twice, until sauce thickens and caramelizes.

4. Serve

   • Transfer to a serving dish. Insert cocktail picks or toothpicks for easy snacking.

Variations

• 🔥 Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of cayenne or a few dashes of hot sauce.

• 🍍 Tropical Twist: Add pineapple chunks for a sweet-sour combo.

• 🥓 Extra Indulgent: Wrap each sausage round in bacon before coating in sauce.

Would you like me to write this up as a retro 1970s-style party recipe card (with fun serving suggestions), or keep it in a modern appetizer style?