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Appetizer sausages coated in grape jelly chili sauce served in a white bowl with toothpicks for easy snacking.
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Little Smokies in Grape Jelly

If you’ve ever been to a potluck, game day party, or family gathering, chances are you’ve seen these little sausages simmering away in a slow cooker. Little Smokies with grape jelly and chili sauce are a favorite party appetizer - easy, nostalgic, and always the first thing gone!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 126Kcal
Author: Susan Moncrieff

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 2 Packages Lil Smokies Smoked Sausages about 28 oz total
  • 1 Cup Grape Jelly
  • 12 oz Heinz Chili Sauce Use the whole bottle.
  • Toothpicks are great to have available.

Instructions

  • Add the Little Smokies to your slow cooker.
  • Mix the grape jelly and chili sauce together in a small bowl (it can be a little lumpy and not totally mixed) Pour the grape jelly and chili sauce mixture over the sausages. Stir until everything is coated evenly.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Once heated through, turn the slow cooker to warm so they stay perfectly saucy for serving.

Notes

  • You can easily adjust the sauce flavor. Add a little more grape jelly if you like it sweeter, or extra chili sauce for more tang and spice.
  • These slow cooker Little Smokies stay warm for hours - just keep your slow cooker on the warm setting during your party or game day spread.
  • To make ahead, combine everything in your slow cooker insert, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Cook as directed the next day.
  • Refrigerator: Can be put in a sealed container for up to 2 days. 
  • Freezing: Let the grape jelly chili sauce smokies cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on low in your slow cooker or stovetop until warmed through.
  • Leftovers are great the next day -try serving them over rice or mashed potatoes for an easy quick meal.
  • This recipe makes about 8-12 servings, depending on how many appetizers you’re offering.

Nutrition (estimate)

Serving: 1g | Calories: 126Kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 231IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg