Savory Sausage Bites with Apple and Onions
Transform your next appetizer spread with these irresistible Savory Sausage Bites with Apple and Onions, a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors perfect for any gathering. Featuring golden caramelized apples and onions infused with honey and fresh thyme, paired with hearty bites of perfectly browned pork or chicken sausage, this recipe delivers a sophisticated yet approachable option for entertaining. Ready in just 40 minutes, these bite-sized delights are easy to assemble with toothpicks, making them both convenient for serving and visually appealing on the platter. Ideal for fall festivities or holiday parties, this dish balances vibrant seasonal flavors with a comforting touch. Whether for game-day snacking or elegant hors d'oeuvres, these sausage bites are sure to win over guests with their irresistible combination of textures and robust taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 links sausages (pork or chicken)
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 medium apple (crisp variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 24 pieces toothpicks (for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil to the pan.
Prick the sausages with a fork a few times to prevent bursting, then place them in the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside to cool.
While sausages are cooling, thinly slice the onion and apples. Aim for even slices to ensure uniform cooking.
Using the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion begins to soften and turn translucent.
Stir in the sliced apples and thyme leaves. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the apples and onions are golden and caramelized.
Drizzle the honey over the apple-onion mixture and stir well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Slice the cooled sausages into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 inch thick.
Assemble the bites: Use a toothpick to skewer a slice of sausage, along with a small pile of the apple-onion mixture. Repeat for all sausage slices.
Arrange the assembled bites on a serving platter and serve warm. These can also be reheated gently in the oven if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.8 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 5656 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.8 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.3 g | ||
| Protein | 74.6 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1819 mg | 39% | |
*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.
