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Little Smokie Pretzel Bites with Honey Mustard and Apple Jelly

Little Smokie Pretzel Bites with Honey Mustard, Cheddar and Apple Jelly

The Savory Tart
These little wingdings bring a bit of seasonal appetizer whimsy to the party -- little smokies are nestled in a miniature pretzel bun with honey mustard, topped with sharp cheddar a dollop of apple jelly
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 32 little smokie pretzel bites

Ingredients
  

  • 36 soft pretzel bites
  • 12 oz package little smokies
  • 3 tablespoon honey mustard recipe follows, or used prepared
  • 2 oz. sliced sharp English cheddar cut in 1” squares
  • 3 Tbsp. prepared apple jelly

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 275°F
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the little smokies for 4 minutes.
  • Split pretzel bites just to the seam, keeping attached. Spread honey mustard on the insides of the split pretzel bites.
  • Tuck a little smokie inside each pretzel bite and place in an oven-proof baking dish. Top each with a slice of cheddar cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Top each with a dollop of apple jelly and serve.

Honey Mustard

  • 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. white wine vinegar
  • Dash of hot sauce
  • Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Store in refrigerator until ready to use.
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