Crock Pot BBQ Cocktail Sausage (Printable)

Tender smoked cocktail sausages simmered in a sweet apricot BBQ glaze, ideal for gatherings or a casual snack.

# What You Need:

→ Sausages

01 - 2 lbs cocktail smoked sausages (e.g., Little Smokies)

→ Sauce

02 - 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite style)
03 - 1 cup apricot jam or preserves
04 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, apricot jam, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Place the cocktail smoked sausages in the crock pot, spreading them evenly across the bottom.
03 - Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the sausages and stir thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated.
04 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 2 hours, stirring halfway through cooking time, until sausages are heated through and sauce is bubbling.
05 - Serve warm directly from the crock pot with toothpicks, or transfer to a serving dish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sweet and tangy sauce creates that perfect finger licking good flavor everyone craves at parties
  • Your slow cooker does all the work leaving you free to prep other dishes or actually enjoy your own event
  • These sausages stay warm and inviting for hours making them ideal for grazing throughout a long afternoon
02 -
  • Stirring halfway through prevents the sausages on the bottom from becoming overly soft while those on top dry out slightly
  • The sauce continues to thicken as it sits, so if you prefer a looser consistency, add a splash of water or more barbecue sauce before serving
03 -
  • Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup since the sauce can get quite sticky
  • Keep plenty of toothpicks nearby and consider having a small bowl for used ones
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