Slow Cooker Apple Kielbasa Bites Recipe

Slow Cooker Apple Kielbasa Bites are a perfect sweet and savory appetizer that’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful dish that’s perfect for parties, game day, or any gathering. The kielbasa is cooked in a delicious apple-based sauce that infuses it with a wonderful balance of sweetness and tang.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs kielbasa, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 1/2 cups apple jelly
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Sauce

1. In a medium bowl, combine the apple jelly, barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Whisk until well blended and smooth.

Step 2: Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker

1. Place the sliced kielbasa in the bottom of a slow cooker.
2. Pour the prepared apple sauce mixture over the kielbasa, making sure all pieces are evenly coated.

Step 3: Cook the Kielbasa Bites

1. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours or on high heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and coating.

Step 4: Serve

1. Once the kielbasa bites are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, switch the slow cooker to the “warm” setting.
2. Serve the Apple Kielbasa Bites directly from the slow cooker or transfer them to a serving dish. Enjoy with toothpicks for easy serving!

ENJOY!!