How to Make Candied Kielbasa Bites
Step 1: Preheat and Slice
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Cut the kielbasa into 1-inch thick rounds.
Step 2: Hasselback Method
Place each piece between two chopsticks or wooden skewers. Slice into 1/4-inch sections, letting the sticks stop your knife so you don’t cut all the way through. Each piece should have about three connected sections at the base.
Step 3: Coat with Sauce
Transfer the sliced kielbasa to a baking dish. Add brown sugar, ketchup, and prepared horseradish. Stir until each piece is evenly coated.
Step 4: Bake and Caramelize
Bake for 60–90 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes so the sauce caramelizes evenly and the sausage browns. Longer cooking creates a stickier, crispier finish.
Step 5: Serve
Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing and enjoy!
