The Best Hanky Panky Bites – A Classic Party Appetizer
Hanky Panky Bites are the ultimate retro party snack—savory, cheesy, and packed with flavor. A mixture of spicy sausage, melty cheese, and seasonings is piled onto cocktail rye bread and baked until bubbly. These little bites are quick, easy, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24-28 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground pork sausage (spicy or mild)
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 loaf cocktail rye bread
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Melt the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and add the Velveeta cheese. Stir until fully melted and combined with the sausage. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder.
- Assemble the Bites: Arrange cocktail rye slices on a baking sheet. Spoon the sausage mixture onto each slice, spreading evenly.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is hot and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm and watch them disappear!
Notes
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For extra spice, use hot sausage and add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
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You can freeze assembled bites before baking. Bake directly from frozen for easy prep.
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Substitute shredded cheddar and cream cheese if you prefer real cheese over Velveeta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg