- Slow-Cooked Apple Kielbasa Bites
At the barbecue, this dish quickly became the most talked-about recipe of the night!
My sister made it, and everyone kept asking about the *secret ingredient*.
There’s something magical about a meal that fills the house with warmth and makes everyone wander into the kitchen to see what’s cooking.
These slow-cooked apple kielbasa bites are sweet, savory, cozy, and perfect for:
- Fall gatherings
- Potlucks
- Holiday parties
- Easy weeknight dinners
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Kielbasa sausage | 1 pound (cut into ½-inch slices) |
| Apples | 2 large (peeled, cored, diced) |
| Brown sugar | ½ cup |
| Dijon mustard | 2 teaspoons |
| Apple cider vinegar | 30 ml (2 tablespoons) |
| Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground nutmeg | ¼ teaspoon |
| Onion | ½ cup (finely minced) |
Instructions
- Add the Sausage
Place the sliced kielbasa evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker. - Make the Sweet–Savory Sauce
In a bowl, mix together:- Diced apples
- Brown sugar
- Dijon mustard
- Apple cider vinegar
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Minced onion
Stir until the sugar dissolves and the apples are coated.
- Combine
Pour the apple mixture evenly over the sausage pieces in the slow cooker. - Slow Cook
• Cook on LOW for 4–5 hours
• Or on HIGH for 2–3 hours
The apples soften, the sausage absorbs the sauce, and everything becomes caramelized and delicious. - Stir and Serve
Stir gently before serving so every piece gets coated in that amazing apple-brown sugar glaze.
Serving Ideas
Here are some ways to make your apple kielbasa bites even more irresistible:
- Serve with toothpicks for a party-ready appetizer.
- Over rice for an easy dinner.
- With mashed potatoes to soak up that sweet sauce.
- With fresh green beans or a salad for a lighter option.
- With crusty bread — perfect for dipping!
Recipe Notes
- You can use Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji apples for best flavor.
- Add a splash of apple cider for even more fall flavor.
- Smoked kielbasa adds the deepest, coziest taste.
- Leftovers store beautifully for 3–4 days in the fridge.
Enjoy!
This cozy, crowd-pleasing recipe will become a new favorite at barbecues, potlucks, and holiday gatherings.
Warm, sweet, smoky, and completely irresistible!