Description
These Maple BBQ Hasselback Kielbasa Bites are a delightful appetizer featuring savory kielbasa sausage sliced Hasselback style and coated with a sweet and tangy maple BBQ glaze. Baked to perfection with a slightly crispy edge, they make a perfect party snack or game day treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 1 lb kielbasa sausage
Maple BBQ Glaze
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the kielbasa slices bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Prepare Kielbasa: Slice the kielbasa into 1-inch thick rounds. Carefully make several shallow cuts across each slice in Hasselback style, ensuring not to cut all the way through so they hold their shape.
- Make Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Apply Glaze: Arrange the kielbasa slices on the prepared baking sheet and generously brush the maple BBQ glaze over them, making sure some glaze seeps into the cuts for maximum flavor infusion.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the kielbasa is heated through and the edges become slightly crispy. Halfway through baking, baste the slices with additional glaze to enhance the taste and moisture.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Shallow cuts in the kielbasa create more surface area for the glaze to penetrate, enhancing flavor.
- Adjust baking time depending on your oven; watch for slightly crispy edges as a cue for doneness.
- Use gluten-free BBQ sauce if you need a gluten-free version.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Optional parsley garnish adds a fresh visual and flavor contrast.
