BBQ Smoked Sausage Bites
Handheld, bite-sized beef sausage rounds coated in a tangy-sweet pork-free BBQ glaze. Perfect for game days or appetizers, these bites feature a sticky, caramelized crust achieved through the Maillard reaction and a mustard-thickened sauce for balanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 10-12 bites
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Beef Smoked Sausage Rounds, 1 lb
Barbecue Sauce, 1 cup
Brown Sugar, 1/4 cup
Yellow Mustard, 1 tbsp
Garlic Powder, 1/4 tsp
Instructions
Pat sausage rounds dry with paper towels
In a skillet or slow cooker, whisk BBQ sauce, brown sugar, mustard, and garlic powder
Add sausage rounds and spoon sauce into crevices
Simmer over LOW heat (about 200°F) for 20 minutes
Stir every 5 minutes to prevent burning
Notes
Use a thick, tangy BBQ sauce (e.g., Kansas City style) and avoid alcohol-containing brands
Butcher can cut sausage into 1″ rounds if unavailable pre-sliced
Garlic powder balances sweetness—adjust to taste
Store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours for optimal stickiness