Slow Cooker Apple Kielbasa Bites
There’s nothing I adore more during busy hosting seasons than a hearty little appetizer that practically cooks itself. These Slow Cooker Apple Kielbasa Bites are the kind of dish that fills the kitchen with a sweet, comforting aroma while you focus on everything else. Tender apples, smoky sausage, and a bright little pop of Dijon all mingle together into a glossy, irresistible party bite. It’s simple, satisfying, and always one of the first things to disappear from the table.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 crisp apples, cored and diced
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Lightly mist the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray, or line it if you prefer an easier cleanup afterward.
- Arrange the sliced kielbasa in an even layer along the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the diced apples, brown sugar, apple cider, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.
- Pour the apple mixture over the sausage, making sure it’s nicely covered. Cook on low for 3–4 hours or high for 1–2 hours, depending on your schedule.
- When everything is bubbling and tender, give the mixture a gentle stir so each bite gets coated in that sweet-savory sauce. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if you’d like a pop of color, and serve warm.
- If you’re setting this out for guests, switch the slow cooker to the keep warm setting so everyone can nibble throughout the gathering.
