Sausage Bacon Bites
Perfect for parties, game days, or any gathering, these Sausage Bacon Bites are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer packed with bold flavors and irresistible texture. Juicy Italian sausage is seasoned with garlic, paprika, and black pepper, then rolled into perfectly portioned meatballs and wrapped in crispy, smoky bacon. For a finishing touch, a sprinkling of brown sugar caramelizes during baking, creating a subtle sweet glaze that takes these savory treats over the top. With a quick prep time and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Serve these golden-brown bites warm and watch them disappear in no time—an ideal snack for bacon lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Italian sausage
- 12 slices Bacon strips
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 24 pieces Toothpicks
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine the ground Italian sausage, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.
Divide the sausage mixture into 24 small portions. Roll each portion into a small ball shape, roughly one inch in diameter.
Cut each bacon strip in half, making 24 shorter strips of bacon.
Wrap each sausage ball with a half slice of bacon. Secure the bacon in place by inserting a toothpick through the center of each bite.
Place the bacon-wrapped sausage bites on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each bite for even cooking.
Sprinkle a pinch of brown sugar on top of each bite to create a sweet and savory glaze as they bake.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the sausage is cooked through. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking for an even bake.
Remove the bites from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Transfer the sausage bacon bites to a serving platter and enjoy them warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.8 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.8 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 428 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 5039 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 105.3 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1959 mg | 42% | |
*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.
