Pig Shots
Indulge in the savory delight of Pig Shots, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines smoky bacon, hearty sausage, and creamy cheese. These bite-sized wonders are perfect for any gathering, from game days to casual BBQs. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, Pig Shots will have your guests reaching for seconds—and thirds! Enjoy the irresistible combination of textures and tastes that make this dish a must-try.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people (12 Pig Shots) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (300°F).
- Cut the smoked sausage into 1-inch slices.
- Wrap each sausage slice with a piece of thick-cut bacon, overlapping slightly.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Spoon the mixture into the center of each wrapped sausage.
- Drizzle BBQ sauce over each filled shot.
- Grill over indirect heat for 30-40 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the filling is heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg