Crockpot Little Smokies

Crockpot little smokies are always one of the first appetizers to disappear. They’re made with 3 ingredients (plus optional sriracha), take just minutes to prep, and cook hands-off. They are the perfect make-ahead dish to make hosting a breeze.

Flavor: Sweet, smoky, and a little tangy, these little smokies are coated in a BBQ-jelly sauce that clings to every bite.
Recommended Tools: A 2-quart slow cooker is perfect for a single batch.
Serving Suggestions: Great on a snack table served alongside favorites like pigs in a blanket and buffalo chicken dip.

little smokies , barbecue sauce , grape jelly with labels to make Crockpot Little Smokies

Three Simple Ingredients

Smokies: Fully cooked, so they just need to heat through. Beef or turkey little smokies work.
BBQ Sauce: A thicker BBQ sauce gives a better coating. My favorite is sweet, but smoky or spicy work great too.
Grape Jelly: Grape jelly is the classic choice, but swapping in apricot preserves, cranberry sauce, or pepper jelly gives it a fun twist.
Sriracha (optional): A little sriracha adds a subtle kick. Swap with hot sauce, chili flakes, or leave it out for a milder version.

How to Make Little Smokies

Toss everything into the slow cooker (full recipe below).
Set on low and cook, stirring once.

Switch to warm, stirring occasionally, and serve straight from there with toothpicks.

Crock-Pot little smokies in a white crock pot

Short on time? Cook on high for 1–1½ hours, stirring once.
Want a thicker sauce? Crack the lid slightly for the last 15–20 minutes.
Doubling the recipe works best in a larger crockpot for even heating.
Taste test near the end of the cooking time and add more BBQ sauce for tang or a spoonful of jelly for sweetness.

Storing and Reheating

Cool leftovers and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Or freeze in the sauce for up to 2 months.

Thaw them in the fridge overnight (if frozen), then microwave in short bursts (stirring in between) or warm in the crockpot on low until heated through

Party Appetizers That Travel Well

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Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

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