why make this recipe
Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites are quick and tasty. They take simple ingredients and give a sweet and smoky bite. You can make them in an air fryer or oven. They work as a snack, party food, or easy weeknight side.
introduction
This recipe makes small Hasselback cuts in smoked sausage and fills them with maple barbecue sauce. The sausage cooks fast and gets caramelized edges. If you like a similar bite with a tangy twist, try our Mustard Hasselback Kielbasa Bites for another tasty option.
how to make Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites
Follow the simple steps below. Use an air fryer for speed or the oven if you cook many at once.
Ingredients :
- Smoked sausage
- Maple barbecue sauce
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Directions :
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the smoked sausage in a Hasselback manner, creating thin cuts without cutting all the way through.
- Brush the sausage with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Coat the sausage with maple barbecue sauce, making sure it gets into the cuts.
- Place the sausage bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden and slightly charred.
- For oven instructions, preheat to 400°F (200°C) and bake on a lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes.
how to serve Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites
Serve warm. Place on a platter with toothpicks for easy picking. Pair with extra maple barbecue sauce or a simple mustard dip. Add pickles, sliced onions, or fresh herbs if you like.
how to store Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites
Cool to room temperature first. Put in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes or in a 350°F (175°C) oven until warm.
tips to make Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites
- Cut thin slices but do not cut all the way through the sausage.
- Let the sauce get into the cuts so the bites taste more flavorful.
- Do not crowd the air fryer basket; cook in a single layer.
- Check at 8 minutes to avoid over-browning.
- Use a brush to spread sauce evenly.
variation (if any)
- Swap maple barbecue for honey mustard or spicy BBQ for different taste.
- Add small cheese slices into the cuts for a melty center.
- Use chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- Toss with smoked paprika or chili flakes for more heat.
FAQs
Q: Can I freeze these bites?
A: Yes. Cool fully, freeze on a tray, then move to a bag. Keep up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-15 minutes.
Q: Can I make these ahead for a party?
A: You can prepare and coat them with sauce, then refrigerate for a few hours. Reheat just before serving.
Q: Are there oven-only instructions?
A: Yes. Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and bake on a lined sheet for 20-25 minutes, as noted in Directions.
Q: Can I use non-smoked sausage?
A: Yes. The flavor will be milder. Season more or use a flavor-rich sauce to boost taste.
Q: How do I avoid dry sausage?
A: Do not overcook. Check early and remove when edges brown and sauce caramelizes.
Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Description
Quick and tasty Maple BBQ Hasselback Bites made with smoked sausage and a sweet barbecue sauce, perfect as a snack or party food.
Ingredients
- Smoked sausage
- Maple barbecue sauce
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the smoked sausage in a Hasselback manner, creating thin cuts without cutting all the way through.
- Brush the sausage with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Coat the sausage with maple barbecue sauce, making sure it gets into the cuts.
- Place the sausage bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden and slightly charred.
- If using an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C) and bake on a lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes.
Notes
Serve warm with toothpicks and extra sauce. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
