Slow Cooker Little Smokies

Slow Cooker Little Smokies are a must for holidays and game day! Easy barbecue cocktail sausages that simmer to sweet, smoky perfection in the crockpot with just 5 ingredients.

Slow Cooker Little Smokies

Slow Cooker Little Smokies are the ultimate easy party appetizer! We make them for every single holiday and family party, and after you try them, you will too!

Made with just a handful of ingredients and a few hours in the crockpot, these bite-sized smoked sausages are coated in a sweet, tangy BBQ sauce that always disappears fast. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering, game day party, or family movie night, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as simple as it gets!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 5 simple ingredients and 5 minutes of prep
• Perfect for potlucks, holidays, and game day
• Saucy, smoky, sweet, and totally addictive
• Made in the slow cooker for hands-off cooking and easy serving

Slow Cooker Little Smokies Recipe Tips & Variations

• Use the warm setting to keep them hot throughout the party.
• Double the recipe for a crowd—just use a bigger slow cooker!
• Stir halfway through to keep everything evenly coated.
• Serve with a slotted spoon to make them not soak the plate with sauce or a regular spoon to keep it extra saucy. I also like to serve with toothpicks for fun snacking.
• Spicy - Add a pinch of cayenne, sriracha, hot sauce, or use spicy BBQ sauce.
• Grape Jelly Smokies - Swap ketchup and mustard for 1 cup grape jelly.
• Bourbon BBQ - Stir in a splash of bourbon for a deeper flavor.
• Chili Sauce Version - Replace ketchup with Heinz chili sauce for extra tang.

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• Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip - Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly spicy, this easy slow cooker dip delivers classic buffalo wing flavor with minimal effort.
• Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks - Crispy on the outside, melty in the center, these homemade mozzarella sticks cook up fast in the air fryer.
• Air Fryer Chicken Wings - Extra crispy wings without the oil! Tossed in your favorite sauce, they’re a quick and irresistible appetizer or dinner.
• Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers - Fresh jalapeños stuffed with creamy cheese, wrapped and breaded for crunchy, spicy bites you can air fry in minutes.

Slow Cooker Little Smokies Video