Glazed Kielbasa Pineapple Bites (Printable)
Savory kielbasa meets sweet pineapple in a sticky, caramelized glaze. Quick and easy appetizer ready in 35 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
→ Fruits & Vegetables
02 - 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks, drained (reserve 1/4 cup juice)
→ Glaze & Seasoning
03 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
04 - 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice
05 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
06 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Pinch of black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine barbecue sauce, reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
03 - Arrange kielbasa slices and pineapple chunks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Brush generously with the glaze, reserving about one-third for later.
05 - Bake for 10 minutes, then flip each piece and brush again with more glaze.
06 - Bake for another 8-10 minutes, until caramelized and heated through.
07 - Thread each kielbasa slice and pineapple chunk onto toothpicks for serving. Drizzle with remaining glaze. Serve warm as an appetizer.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They come together in under 40 minutes but taste like you fussed all day
- The sweet and salty combination is absolutely addictive
02 -
- Dont skip reserving that pineapple juice, it's what makes the glaze actually stick to everything
- Let the glaze cool slightly before brushing, it thickens up as it sits
03 -
- If you want some heat, a pinch of cayenne in the glaze is absolutely fantastic
- Turkey kielbasa works beautifully here if you're watching the red meat