Description
Indulge in these irresistible baked hot dog burnt ends – a fun twist on traditional BBQ burnt ends that transforms ordinary hot dogs into caramelized, sauce-glazed bites perfect for game day snacking or a unique appetizer that both kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 hot dogs
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil. This preparation ensures easy cleanup afterward and prevents the sticky sauce from adhering to your baking sheet.
- 2. Prepare the Hot Dogs
- Take your hot dogs and cut them into uniform 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Place all the pieces in a large mixing bowl, making sure they’re ready to receive the flavorful sauce mixture.
- 3. Mix the Sauce
- In a separate bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk these ingredients together until they form a smooth, well-integrated sauce that will coat and flavor your hot dog pieces.
- 4. Coat the Hot Dog Pieces
- Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the hot dog pieces in the bowl. Gently toss or stir to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated with the sticky, flavorful sauce.
- 5. Pan-Sear the Hot Dogs
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sauce-coated hot dog pieces to the pan. Cook them for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to caramelize and develop a slight char on the edges.
- 6. Prepare for Baking
- Transfer the seared hot dog pieces to your prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer to ensure even cooking and proper crisping of all pieces.
- 7. Bake to Perfection
- Place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Watch for the edges to become crispy and the sauce to bubble, indicating they’re done.
- 8. Rest and Serve
- Remove the hot dog burnt ends from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. This rest period helps the sauce set slightly and makes them easier to handle. Serve warm with toothpicks for easy grabbing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the sauce mixture for a smoky BBQ taste.
- These can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 325°F for 10 minutes before serving.
- Try serving with small dipping bowls of additional BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing.
- For a spicier version, add 1-2 teaspoons of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the sauce mixture.
- These burnt ends pair wonderfully with mac and cheese, coleslaw, or potato salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 pieces
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg