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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Hot Dog Burnt Ends Recipe
Marigold Voss

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Hot Dog Burnt Ends

A fun and flavorful twist on classic BBQ, these hot dog burnt ends are caramelized in a rich, smoky sauce for a sweet, sticky, and savory bite-sized treat—perfect for parties or quick comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Caramelizing Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pieces Hot dogs beef or chicken
  • 2 tbsp Butter melted
  • ¼ cup Brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder optional
  • ½ tsp Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Baking dish
  • 1 Oven or grill
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven or grill to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Slice hot dogs into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Place hot dog pieces into a baking dish.
  4. Add melted butter and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper over the hot dogs.
  6. Pour BBQ sauce over the mixture and stir well.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  8. Cook until sauce thickens and edges become caramelized.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Video

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor, cook on a grill instead of oven.
  • Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Stirring halfway helps even caramelization.
  • Serve with toothpicks for easy party snacks.