Pineapple Brown Sugar Lil’ Smokies
Sweet and savory Lil’ Smokies sausages are slow-cooked with brown sugar, pineapple, and spices, creating a flavorful appetizer ideal for parties and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 hours hrs
Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, slow cooker
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 220 kcal
1 slow cooker
1 medium bowl
- 2 packages 14 oz each Lil’ Smokies sausages
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until sugar is dissolved and mixture is combined.
Add Lil’ Smokies sausages to the slow cooker and pour the pineapple glaze over them; stir gently to coat evenly.
Mix in the pineapple chunks with sausages and glaze in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until sausages are heated through and sauce is bubbly.
Serve warm with toothpicks for easy snacking.
- Great for parties, game days, and gatherings.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for desired spice level.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for a few days.