Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage Cranberry Bites
Smoked Sausage and Cheddar Cranberry Bites are savory-sweet appetizers featuring smoky sausage rounds, sharp white cheddar cubes, and tangy whole cranberry sauce, topped with fresh parsley. These easy, bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday parties, game days, or casual gatherings, delivering a flavorful, crowd-pleasing combination in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 as appetizers
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 pound smoked sausage
8 ounces white cheddar cheese
15 ounces whole cranberry sauce (1 can)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, snipped
Instructions
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Slice smoked sausage into bite-sized rounds.
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Cut cheddar cheese into cubes similar in size to sausage slices.
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On a serving platter, alternate sausage and cheese pieces.
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Spoon a small dollop of cranberry sauce on each bite.
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Garnish with fresh parsley.
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Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
Use smoked gouda or sharp cheddar for different flavor profiles.
Add toothpicks for easy serving.
Mix cranberry sauce with orange zest for brightness.
Sprinkle crushed walnuts or pecans for crunch.
For warm bites, gently heat sausage slices before assembling.
Store leftovers refrigerated up to 2 days; avoid reheating assembled bites.
