Fruity Smokies

Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly tangy, Fruity Smokies are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for any gathering. This easy recipe features tender cocktail sausages coated in a luscious glaze made from pineapple juice, apricot preserves, and a touch of brown sugar, balanced with smoky paprika and a hint of garlic. The glaze thickens beautifully as it simmers, infusing every bite with a mouthwatering blend of sweet and savory flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, these addictive little bites are ideal for game day, holiday parties, or any casual get-together. Serve warm with toothpicks for stress-free snacking, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 24 pieces cocktail sausages
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 cup apricot preserves
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine pineapple juice, apricot preserves, brown sugar, smoked paprika, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is well blended.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens slightly.

Step 3

Add the cocktail sausages to the saucepan, ensuring they are fully coated in the glaze.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sausages in the glaze for about 20–25 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even coating.

Step 5

Transfer the coated sausages to a serving dish and drizzle any remaining glaze over the top.

Step 6

Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing, and enjoy your Fruity Smokies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	857 grams (857.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1793

Total Fat 64.60g	83%
Saturated Fat 25.70g	129%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 129mg	43%
Sodium 3146mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 269.40g	98%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 253.70g
Protein 26.30g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68mg	5%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 357mg	8%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 61.1%