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Crispy Air Fryer Bacon Smokies

Crispy Air Fryer Bacon Smokies

Bacon smokies: whip up this incredible sweet and savory appetizer in your air fryer. Perfect for parties, these crispy bites are always a hit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 , 14 oz package Lit'l Smokies (cocktail sausages)
  • 1 pound thick/center cut bacon
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (divided)
  • wooden toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Drain the Lit'l Smokies in a colander to remove any additional liquid and set aside for 5 minutes.
  • Cut the bacon into about 1-inch pieces, ensuring they cover the tops and sides of each smokie.
  • Place a piece of bacon on top of each smokie and secure it with a wooden toothpick.
  • Place 1/2 cup of brown sugar in a medium-sized bowl. Press about a teaspoon of brown sugar onto the top of each bacon-wrapped smokie.
  • Line your air fryer basket with aluminum foil. Arrange the smokies on top of the foil, ensuring adequate room for air flow between each one.
  • Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, checking at the 5-8 minute mark for crispiness.
  • Carefully remove the smokies to a serving plate and sprinkle with the remaining brown sugar. Serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.