Little Smokies in Cherry Preserves
Transform your next gathering with the sweet-and-savory magic of Little Smokies in Cherry Preserves, a party-perfect appetizer that’s equal parts effortless and crowd-pleasing. This recipe features tender cocktail sausages coated in a glossy, flavorful sauce made from luscious cherry preserves, tangy barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and a hint of garlic and pepper for a subtle kick. With just 5 minutes of prep time and a quick simmer on the stovetop, these irresistible bites are ready in under 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy hosts. Serve them warm straight from the pan or keep them cozy in a slow cooker for guests to grab with toothpicks. Whether for game days, holiday gatherings, or casual potlucks, this unique combination of sweet and smoky flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Little Smokies (cocktail sausages)
- 1 cup Cherry preserves
- 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cherry preserves, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Stir well to create a smooth sauce.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally, about 3-5 minutes.
Once the sauce is simmering, add the Little Smokies to the saucepan. Stir to ensure the sausages are evenly coated in the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to evenly heat the sausages.
After 15 minutes, remove the lid and let the smokies cook uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to slightly thicken the sauce.
Transfer the Little Smokies in Cherry Preserves to a serving dish or keep them warm in a slow cooker if serving at a party.
Serve warm with toothpicks for easy serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 794 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 149 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
