Description
Pineapple Hasselback Kielbasa Bites are a sweet and savory appetizer combining tender kielbasa slices with juicy pineapple chunks, glazed with a flavorful mix of brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce, and smoked paprika. Perfectly caramelized in the oven, these bite-sized treats are easy to make and ideal for parties or game day.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage, cut into ½-inch thick slices
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Toothpicks for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Prepare kielbasa slices: Using a sharp knife, make several shallow cuts across the top of each kielbasa slice, being careful not to cut all the way through, allowing the pineapple pieces to tuck in securely.
- Assemble bites: Place the sliced kielbasa on the prepared baking sheet and tuck a small piece of pineapple into each cut on the kielbasa slices.
- Make glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce, smoked paprika, and black pepper to create a flavorful glaze.
- Brush glaze: Generously brush the glaze over each kielbasa bite ensuring even coverage to enhance the flavor during baking.
- Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the kielbasa is caramelized and the pineapple is slightly golden, indicating the flavors have melded beautifully.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and insert toothpicks for easy serving as finger food.
Notes
- You can use either canned or fresh pineapple according to availability and preference.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the glaze before brushing on the kielbasa.
- These bites make excellent appetizers for game day, parties, or any casual gathering where finger foods are welcome.
