Candied Kielbasa Bites

These Candied Kielbasa Bites are the kind of appetizer that disappears fast at any gathering. With just a few simple ingredients — smoky kielbasa, brown sugar, and pineapple juice — they’re sticky, sweet, savory, and a little tangy. Whether you serve them for game day, holidays, or parties, these glazed sausage bites are guaranteed to be a hit.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed

• 1 cup pineapple juice

• 1 cup barbecue sauce (optional, for extra flavor)

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional, for tang)

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce

• In a medium saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, pineapple juice, barbecue sauce (if using), and mustard.

• Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Combine with Sausage

• Place sliced kielbasa in a slow cooker, large skillet, or baking dish.

• Pour sauce over the sausage and stir to coat.

Cook

• Slow Cooker: Cook on Low for 3–4 hours or High for 1½–2 hours.

• Oven: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–40 minutes, stirring halfway.

• Stovetop: Simmer in a skillet for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serve

• Serve warm with toothpicks as an appetizer, or over rice as a quick dinner.

Serving Suggestions

• Perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or game day spreads.

• Pair with other finger foods like sliders, dips, and wings.

• Add a sprinkle of chopped green onions for freshness.

Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

• Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warm.

• Freeze for up to 2 months — thaw overnight before reheating.