Crockpot Jezebel Cocktail Sausages: 3-Ingredient Party Bites Tips, FAQ & printable recipe

Tips for success

For the best texture, do not overcook the sausages. They are already fully cooked, so 4 hours on low is enough to heat them through and meld the flavors.

If you leave them on warm for several hours, they will stay tender, but check occasionally to ensure the sauce does not reduce too much. If it thickens too much, add a splash of pineapple juice or water to loosen it.

Serve these directly from the slow cooker on the buffet table to keep them warm. Provide toothpicks or small forks for easy grabbing.

If you want a little extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper along with the black pepper, or a tablespoon of prepared horseradish to the sauce. For a more elegant presentation, garnish with chopped parsley or green onions just before serving.

Variations

• Spicy Jezebel Sausages: Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or a tablespoon of finely grated fresh horseradish to the sauce for a fiery kick. The heat balances the sweetness beautifully and gives the classic Jezebel sauce an extra punch.
• Honey-Mustard Sausages: Replace the dry mustard with 1/4 cup honey mustard and reduce the pineapple sauce to 1 cup. The honey adds a floral sweetness and the mustard a milder tang, creating a different but equally crowd-pleasing glaze.
• Pineapple-Orange Sausages: Stir in 1/4 cup orange marmalade and 1 teaspoon grated orange zest to the pineapple sauce. The citrus brightens the flavor and adds a fragrant note that pairs well with the smoky sausages.
• Bourbon-Glazed Sausages: Add 2 tablespoons bourbon and 1 tablespoon brown sugar to the sauce before cooking. The bourbon adds a warm, caramel-like depth, and the sugar helps the glaze become even more sticky and lacquered.

Storage and make-ahead

Fridge

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Freezer

Freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Reheat

Reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Add a splash of pineapple juice if the sauce has thickened too much.

Store leftover sausages in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The sauce will thicken as it cools; reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or pineapple juice if needed to loosen it.

You can assemble the sausages, mustard, pepper, and pineapple sauce in the slow cooker insert up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to cook, place the insert in the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, adding 30 minutes to the cooking time to account for the chilled ingredients.

Serving ideas

Serve the cocktail sausages warm as a party appetizer with toothpicks or small skewers. They pair wonderfully with a tangy dipping sauce on the side, though the glaze is flavorful enough on its own.

For a heartier spread, place them on a platter with slices of crusty bread, pickles, and cheese. The sweet-tangy sauce also works well as a glaze for meatballs or chicken wings.

For a main course twist, serve the sausages over rice or noodles with the extra sauce spooned over the top. The sauce is also delicious brushed on grilled vegetables.

If you have leftovers, chop the sausages and stir them into mac and cheese or a baked potato filling. The flavors are versatile and hold up well, making this recipe a handy staple for busy weeknights.

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Recipe card

Crockpot Jezebel Cocktail Sausages: 3-Ingredient Party Bites

Prep 5 minCook 4 hTotal 4 h 5 minServes 12

Ingredients

• 2 lb cocktail sausages
• 2 tbsp dry mustard
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups pineapple sauce

Instructions

1. Place the cocktail sausages in the slow cooker insert in an even layer. They should cover the bottom without crowding too much; if they pile up, that is fine as they will shrink slightly as they heat.
2. Sprinkle the dry mustard and black pepper evenly over the sausages. Use your fingers or a small spoon to distribute the seasonings as evenly as possible over the surface.
3. Spoon the pineapple sauce evenly over the seasoned sausages. Use the back of the spoon to spread it gently so that most sausages get some sauce, but do not stir yet.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the sausages are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir gently halfway through to coat all sausages evenly.
5. Transfer the sausages with a slotted spoon to a serving plate, leaving excess sauce behind. Pour a little of the remaining sauce over the top for extra gloss. Serve warm with toothpicks.

Contains: mustard

Estimated nutrition per serving

Calories

320

Protein

10 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

22 g

Automatic estimate from the ingredient list, not laboratory-verified.