Some of the best party recipes are the ones that have been around forever, and these Currant Jelly Little Smokies are one of those recipes. They’re sweet, tangy, a little sticky and ridiculously easy to make with just four ingredients.

The combination of red currant jelly, yellow mustard and brown sugar creates a rich, glossy sauce that coats every little smoky. Serve them warm with toothpicks for an easy fall appetizer, game day snack or holiday party favorite.

And if you’re feeding a crowd, just double the recipe—they disappear fast!

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 8–10

Ingredients

• 1 (14 oz) package Lit’l Smokies
• 1 cup red currant jelly
• ½ cup yellow mustard
• ¼ cup packed brown sugar

Instructions

1. Add the currant jelly, yellow mustard and brown sugar to a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. Cook, stirring frequently, until the jelly has completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
3. Add the Lit’l Smokies and stir until completely coated.
4. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
5. Cook uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Smokies are heated through and the sauce has reduced into a thick, glossy glaze.
6. Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm with toothpicks.

Slow Cooker Instructions

Add the Lit’l Smokies, currant jelly, yellow mustard and brown sugar to a slow cooker. Stir and cook on LOW for 2–3 hours, stirring once or twice as the jelly melts and the sauce comes together. Serve warm.

Note

Feeding a crowd? This recipe can easily be doubled. Use 2 (14 oz) packages of Lit’l Smokies, 2 cups red currant jelly, 1 cup yellow mustard and ½ cup packed brown sugar. You may need a slightly larger saucepan or slow cooker, but the cooking method stays the same