Description
Star Spangled Kielbasa Bites are festive, bite-sized appetizers made with savory kielbasa slices, sweet pineapple, and tangy barbecue sauce — perfect for patriotic celebrations and party platters.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Toothpicks or small skewers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together barbecue sauce, honey, and garlic powder.
- Thread a pineapple chunk onto each toothpick, followed by a kielbasa slice.
- Arrange the bites on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each bite generously with the barbecue sauce mixture.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the kielbasa is caramelized and heated through.
- Serve warm or at room temperature on a festive platter.
Notes
- Use turkey kielbasa for a lighter option.
- Can be made ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped parsley for color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg