Description
These Glazed Kielbasa Pineapple Bites are a delightful appetizer combining savory beef kielbasa and sweet pineapple chunks, all coated in a flavorful teriyaki and chili-honey glaze. Perfect for parties or a quick snack, they bake to a caramelized finish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Fruit
- 14 oz beef kielbasa, sliced into chunks
- 20 oz can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
Glaze
- 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
Other
- Plain toothpicks
Instructions
- Soak toothpicks: Soak plain toothpicks in water for 20 minutes to prevent them from burning during baking.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Assemble bites: Place sliced kielbasa pieces on the prepared baking sheet and top each piece with a chunk of pineapple.
- Prepare glaze: In a bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, sweet chili sauce, honey, and reserved pineapple juice until smooth to create a flavorful glaze.
- Glaze and skewer: Brush the glaze generously over the kielbasa and pineapple bites, then insert a soaked toothpick into each for easy serving.
- Bake: Bake the bites in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until heated through and the glaze is caramelized and slightly sticky.
- Serve: Allow the bites to cool slightly before serving warm to guests as a delicious appetizer.
Notes
- Soaking the toothpicks prevents them from burning while baking.
- Use fresh pineapple juice from the can for the best glaze flavor.
- These bites taste best served warm but can be reheated gently.
- You can substitute chicken or turkey kielbasa if preferred.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
