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Candied Kielbasa Bites

Sweet, sticky, smoky candied kielbasa bites simmered in a brown sugar pineapple glaze—perfect for parties, holidays, and easy entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

Glaze
  • 2 lbs kielbasa sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup pineapple juice
  • 0.5 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Slice kielbasa into 1/2-inch rounds.
  2. Whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Combine kielbasa and glaze in slow cooker or baking dish.
  4. Cook on LOW for 3 hours, or bake at 325°F for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  5. Reduce glaze during last 15 minutes if desired.
  6. Serve warm with toothpicks and extra glaze spooned over top.

Notes

For extra caramelization, broil the kielbasa for 3–5 minutes before serving.