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Baked Hot Dog Burnt Ends Recipe

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Baked Hot Dog Burnt Ends are a delicious and easy appetizer made by cutting hot dogs into chunks, coating them in BBQ sauce and brown sugar, then baking until caramelized and slightly charred for a sweet and smoky flavor.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 6 hot dogs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the hot dogs: Slice the hot dogs into bite-sized chunks, about 1 to 1.5 inches in length, ensuring even cooking and caramelization.
  2. Coat with sauce and sugar: In a mixing bowl, toss the hot dog pieces with BBQ sauce and brown sugar until evenly coated to infuse a sweet and tangy flavor.
  3. Bake the hot dogs: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the coated hot dog pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the pieces are caramelized and slightly burnt around the edges.
  4. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving these delicious baked hot dog burnt ends as an appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of brown sugar depending on how sweet you want the burnt ends.
  • Use your favorite BBQ sauce for varying flavor profiles; smoky or spicy sauces work well.
  • For extra caramelization, you can broil the hot dogs for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking—watch closely to avoid burning.
  • These burnt ends make a perfect party appetizer or snack to serve with dipping sauces like ranch or mustard.

Keywords: hot dog burnt ends, baked hot dogs, BBQ hot dogs, appetizer, snack, sweet and smoky