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Smoked sausage slices coated in caramelized brown sugar BBQ glaze, hot from the oven
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BBQ Brown Sugar Sausage (3-Ingredient Appetizer)

This baked BBQ Brown Sugar Sausage recipe is a quick party perfect appetizer that comes together with just three ingredients. Sliced smoked sausage gets coated in a sweet and sticky brown sugar glaze, then baked until caramelized and irresistible. Perfect for game day, potlucks, and family gatherings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Resting5 minutes
Course: appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizer, baked sausage, conecuh, party food
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 580kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 28 oz. smoked sausage such as Conecuh, Johnsonville, or Hillshire Farm
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray’s or preferred

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Slice sausage into ½-inch rounds and arrange cut side down in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix brown sugar and barbecue sauce until smooth.
  • Pour sauce over the sausage and use a spoon to coat evenly.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until sauce is bubbling and sausage edges are browned. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Serve warm with toothpicks.

Notes

Optional Add-ins:
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (for a kick)
  • 1/2 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained)

Nutrition

Serving: 8pieces | Calories: 580kcal