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lil smokies with grape jelly and bbq sauce in a white bowl
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Crockpot Little Smokies with Grape Jelly & BBQ Sauce

Little Smokies with Grape Jelly and BBQ sauce is an easy appetizer recipe that is always a crowd pleaser. This delicious slow cooker appetizer comes together with 3 simple ingredients and about 5 minutes of prep time. Perfect appetizer for football season, holiday parties, and family gatherings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16
Calories: 255kcal
Author: Cara Lanz

Ingredients

  • 28 ounces Lit'l Smokies (2) 14 oz. packages
  • 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup grape jelly

Instructions

  • Spray the insert of a 3-quart crockpot with cooking spray or use a crockpot liner.
  • Combine BBQ sauce and grape jelly together in the crock pot. Add the little smokies and stir.
  • Cook on low heat for 2-3 hours or until warmed through. Reduce heat to warm setting and serve.

Storage & Freeze Instructions

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
    Freeze leftover lil smokies with grape jelly and bbq sauce in a freezer safe container for 2-3 months.

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Notes

A sweet and tangy BBQ sauce adds the best flavor -- a smoky BBQ sauce may get overwhelming.
Make more than you think you'll need -- these will go fast!
If you like a little sweeter sauce for your bbq lil smokies, vs. a tangier one, use equal parts grape jelly and barbecue sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 790mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg