Your Pit Boss can do more than just main courses. It’s built to handle appetizers that need steady heat and smoke—things like jalapeño poppers, smoked cheese dips, and bacon-wrapped bites that keep people eating before dinner even starts.
These recipes work for any occasion where you need food that holds up. Game days, tailgates, or just a weekend cookout—your Pit Boss keeps everything at the right temperature while you focus on other things. Simple setup, solid results.
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Pit Boss Smoked Mac and Cheese
Creamy mac and cheese smoked until golden and bubbly — rich and cheesy with BBQ flavor.
Recipe: Pit Boss Smoked Mac and Cheese
Smoked Pork Belly Strips
Thick pork belly strips smoked and finished with a sweet glaze — tender and flavorful.
Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Strips
Smoked Garlic Bread
Toasty, buttery bread with a rich layer of garlic and a hint of smoke.
Recipe: Smoked Garlic Bread
Smoked Jalapeño Poppers
Jalapeños filled with cheese and wrapped in bacon — smoked until perfectly tender and spicy.
Recipe: Smoked Jalapeño Poppers
Texas Twinkies
Brisket-stuffed jalapeños wrapped in bacon and smoked to perfection — a Texan BBQ staple.
Recipe: Texas Twinkies
Pit Boss Chicken Wings
Crispy skin and juicy meat with smoky seasoning — always a crowd favorite.
Recipe: Pit Boss Chicken Wings
Smoked Pickles
Crunchy pickles absorb delicious smoky flavor — tangy and totally unique.
Recipe: Smoked Pickles
Smoked Cuban Cigars
Cheesy, meat-filled pastry rolls smoked until golden and flaky.
Recipe: Smoked Cuban Cigars
Smoked Rotal Dip
This creamy, cheesy dip is spiked with tomatoes and green chilies, then smoked for extra depth.
Recipe: Rotal Dip
Meatball Sliders
Smoky meatballs tucked in soft rolls — a delicious grab-and-go bite.
Recipe: Meatball Sliders
Dorito Meatballs
Smoked meatballs rolled in crushed Doritos for a cheesy, crunchy coating.
Recipe: Dorito Meatballs
Smoked Brats
Juicy bratwurst smoked to perfection — serve as is or slice for bites.
Recipe: Smoked Brats
Pit Boss Smoked Onion Bombs
Onions stuffed with meat and cheese, wrapped in bacon, and smoked until tender.
Recipe: Pit Boss Smoked Onion Bombs
Pulled Pork Queso Dip
Creamy queso loaded with smoked pulled pork — the ultimate smoky indulgence.
Recipe: Pulled Pork Queso Dip
Spam Burnt Ends
Sticky, glazed cubes of Spam smoked to perfection — sweet, salty, and deliciously weird.
Recipe: Spam Burnt Ends
Pit Boss Smoked Brownies
Decadent brownies with a unique hint of smoke — rich, chewy, and unforgettable.
Recipe: Pit Boss Smoked Brownies
Loaded Nachos
Smoked tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, meat, and all the fixings.
Recipe: Loaded Nachos
Smoked Cheez-Its
Your favorite snack cracker gets a smoky twist — crunchy, cheesy, and addictive.
Recipe: Smoked Cheez-Its
Beef Queso Dip
A bold, smoky dip packed with ground beef, cheese, and just the right amount of heat.
Recipe: Beef Queso Dip
Easy Smoked Shotgun Shells
Manicotti shells stuffed with seasoned meat and wrapped in bacon — smoked and irresistible.
Recipe: Easy Smoked Shotgun Shells
Smoked Salmon Burnt Ends
Buttery chunks of salmon glazed and smoked until tender and caramelized.
Recipe: Smoked Salmon Burnt Ends
Smoked Meatballs
Tender meatballs smoked for deep BBQ flavor — perfect for party platters.
Recipe: Easy Smoked Meatballs
Pig Shots
Bite-sized, bacon-wrapped sausage cups filled with cheese and jalapeños — rich and smoky.
Recipe: Pig Shots
Duck Jalapeño Poppers
Rich duck meat stuffed in jalapeños, wrapped in bacon, and smoked — elegant and spicy.
Recipe: Duck Jalapeño Poppers
Smoked Cream Cheese
Seasoned cream cheese blocks smoked until soft and flavorful — perfect for spreading or dipping.
Recipe: Smoked Cream Cheese
Smoked Grilled Cheese
Golden brown bread with melty cheese inside — infused with smoke for comfort food with flair.
Recipe: Smoked Grilled Cheese
Smoked Queso
A gooey, cheesy dip loaded with meat and spices — the ultimate party dip with smoky flavor.
Recipe: Smoked Queso
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Sweet, smoky cubes of pork belly with a caramelized bark and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Recipe: Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Smoked Cornbread
Soft and moist cornbread kissed with smoke — an ideal BBQ side.
Recipe: Smoked Cornbread
Smoke On!
Charlie
Author: Charlie Reeves
Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).
I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.
You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!
You can read more about me on our About Us page.
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