Candied Kielbasa Bites Recipe
Candied Kielbasa Bites Recipe is a sweet and savory appetizer everyone loves. These bite-sized sausages are glazed with brown sugar and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 lb kielbasa sausage cut into bite-sized pieces
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
Instructions
Slice the Kielbasa
- Cut the sausage into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Keep them similar in size for even cooking.
Heat the Skillet
- Place skillet on medium heat. Add butter and let it melt completely for the glaze base.
Add the Sausage
- Place the sausage pieces in the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
Mix Sugar and Honey
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, honey, garlic powder and smoked paprika. Stir well to combine.
Add the Glaze
- Pour the sugar and honey mixture over the sausages. Stir to coat all pieces evenly.
Cook Until Caramelized
- Let sausages cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The glaze should thicken and stick to the sausage.
Check Doneness
- Make sure sausages are fully cooked. The glaze should be sticky and golden brown.
Serve Warm
- Transfer candied kielbasa bites to a serving plate. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use brown sugar for rich caramel flavor
- Cut sausages evenly for consistent cooking
- Cook on medium heat to avoid burning
- Stir occasionally for even glaze coating
- Serve immediately for best texture