TikTok Candied Kielbasa Bites

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

Cut the kielbasa into 3-4 large sections, then slice each section in half lengthwise. Cut each half into half-moons approximately 1/2 inch thick. This creates perfect bite-sized pieces that will caramelize beautifully.

In a medium saucepan, combine the dark brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Set over low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the glaze is smooth and glossy. (5 minutes)

Add the sliced kielbasa to the saucepan and stir to coat each piece evenly in the brown sugar glaze.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the glazed kielbasa pieces from the saucepan to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer. Reserve the remaining glaze in the saucepan.

Bake for 15 minutes, allowing the glaze to begin caramelizing and the kielbasa to heat through.

Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Carefully lift the parchment paper and pour the kielbasa pieces back into the saucepan with the reserved glaze. Stir gently to re-coat each piece.

Spread the glazed kielbasa pieces back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.

Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the glaze is deeply caramelized and the kielbasa is sticky and glistening.

Transfer the Candied Kielbasa Bites to a serving platter and serve warm with toothpicks for easy serving. Enjoy!