Description
These Grape Jelly Lil Smokies are the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. With just grape jelly, chili sauce, and cocktail sausages, they come together effortlessly for the ultimate crowd-pleasing party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 28 oz. package little smokies sausages
- 12 oz. bottle chili sauce
- 1 ½ cups grape jelly
Instructions
- Combine the Ingredients:
In your slow cooker, add the grape jelly and chili sauce. Stir well until combined and smooth. - Add the Smokies:
Add the little smokies sausages to the sauce and stir to coat them evenly. - Cook Until Heated Through:
- Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 2–3 hours or on high for 1–1½ hours. Stir occasionally.
- Stovetop Option: Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve and Enjoy:
Keep them warm in the slow cooker for serving, or transfer to a dish with toothpicks for easy snacking.
Notes
Chili Sauce Tip: Use Heinz or a similar brand—not hot sauce. It’s a ketchup-like condiment with a sweet, tangy base.
Jelly Choice: Concord grape jelly gives the best depth of flavor, but feel free to experiment with mixed berry or pepper jelly for a twist.
Make-Ahead: You can prepare this recipe up to a day ahead and reheat before serving—it tastes even better the next day!