1-First Steps: Prepping the Ingredients Begin by cutting the bacon slices in half, which helps wrap around each ¾-inch chunk of smoked sausage to form stable cups. Secure these in a muffin tin for shape, then mix the creamy filling with 4 ounces of room temperature cream cheese, ¼ cup sour cream, 1 stem of diced and seed-removed jalapeno, ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, and ½ teaspoon of seasoning in a bowl until smooth.

2-Cooking and Assembling Next, pipe the creamy cheese mixture into each bacon-wrapped sausage cup. Top with jalapeno slices and brush on a glaze made from ¼ cup BBQ sauce, ⅛ cup honey, and 1½ teaspoons brown sugar. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes until the bacon turns crispy and golden.

3-First, prepare all ingredients by dicing the jalapeno and measuring out the spices.

4-Second, season and wrap the sausage chunks with bacon halves, placing them in a muffin tin.

5-Third, fill each cup with the cream cheese mixture and add toppings.

6-Fourth, apply the honey BBQ glaze evenly.

7-Fifth, bake as directed, or try alternatives like smoking at 300°F (150°C) for 45-50 minutes or air frying at 400°F (204°C) for about 10 minutes.

8-Finally, let them cool slightly before serving to keep the flavors fresh.