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Juicy Smoked Pig Shots

Juicy Smoked Pig Shots: Your New Favorite BBQ Appetizer

Juicy Smoked Pig Shots are a flavor-packed BBQ appetizer, combining smoked sausage, crispy bacon, and creamy jalapeno filling.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 38 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: BBQ
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground breakfast sausage Substitute with Italian sausage for added herb flavor.
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened for smooth texture; low-fat can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1 medium Jalapeno Fresh diced; optional mild or pickled jalapenos can be used.
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese Swap for pepper jack for extra kick.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used instead.
For the Wrapping
  • 1 lb Bacon Use thick-cut for extra crunch or turkey bacon for a lighter option.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray’s offers the ideal sweetness; homemade can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a potential substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar

Equipment

  • Smoker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese until light and fluffy, then fold in the sour cream, diced jalapeno, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and a pinch of seasoning.
  2. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch rounds and cut the bacon strips in half lengthwise.
  3. Take each sausage round and wrap it tightly with a piece of bacon, securing it with a toothpick.
  4. Use a piping bag or spoon to carefully pipe the creamy filling onto each bacon-wrapped sausage. Top each one with a ring of jalapeno.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, honey, and brown sugar until well combined.
  6. Set your smoker to 375°F and arrange the sausage rounds directly on the smoker grate, brushing them generously with the prepared glaze.
  7. Smoke the treats for 60-75 minutes, checking halfway and reapplying the glaze as needed.
  8. Once done, let the pig shots cool for about 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce before serving for an added flavor boost.

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