Slow Cooker Root Beer Little Smokies
Slow Cooker BBQ Little Smokies are sweet, tangy, and ready in 3-4 hours. These cocktail sausages simmer in a sticky root beer glaze that's perfect for parties.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 304kcal
Ingredients
- 28 ounces little smokies
- 1 cup root beer
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup bbq sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flake optional
Instructions
- Place the little smokies directly into your slow cooker in an even layer. This ensures they all cook evenly and get coated in the sauce.
- Pour the root beer over the smokies, then add the brown sugar, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes if using. Give everything a good stir to combine the ingredients and coat the smokies.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally to keep the sauce evenly distributed. The sauce will reduce and thicken as it cooks, creating that perfect sticky glaze.
- Serve the smokies warm directly from the slow cooker. Keep them on the warm setting so guests can enjoy them throughout your party.
Notes
- Stir halfway through cooking to ensure the smokies on top get coated in sauce and to prevent any from drying out.
- For thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow extra liquid to evaporate.
- Brown the smokies first in a skillet for added flavor and texture, though this step is completely optional.
- Make ahead by preparing everything in the slow cooker insert the night before, then refrigerating overnight and cooking the next day.
Nutrition
Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 915mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg