Description
An irresistible appetizer combining savory beef little smokies with a vibrant, sweet, and spicy cranberry hot honey glaze, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup (120ml) hot honey
- 1 pound (450g) beef little smokies
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon (5g) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, hot honey, water, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 5 minutes.
- Add the beef little smokies to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the sauce.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the smokies are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve warm as an appetizer, optionally garnished with fresh cranberries or parsley if desired.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust hot honey to your preference. Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.
- Garnish: Fresh cranberries or chopped parsley add visual appeal and a burst of freshness.
- Make Ahead: Prepare up to 2 days in advance and reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cranberry little smokies, hot honey, beef smokies, party appetizer, easy appetizer, sweet and spicy, cranberry glaze, cocktail sausages, quick party food
