Cocktail Wieners
Transform your next gathering into an unforgettable event with these irresistible Cocktail Wieners—an effortless appetizer that’s big on flavor! This quick recipe combines juicy mini sausages with a luscious, tangy-sweet sauce made from grape jelly, ketchup, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Add a dash of hot sauce for a subtle kick or keep it mild for a surefire crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep, these bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, game days, or potlucks. Keep them warm in a slow cooker for all-day snacking, and serve with toothpicks for mess-free enjoyment. Simple, delicious, and guaranteed to disappear fast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz cocktail wieners or mini sausages
- 1 cup grape jelly
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon optional hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
Instructions
1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the grape jelly, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and optional hot sauce (if using).
2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients until they are well combined and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
3. Reduce the heat to low and add the cocktail wieners to the saucepan.
4. Stir to coat the wieners evenly in the sauce.
5. Cover the saucepan and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Once the wieners are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, remove the saucepan from the heat.
7. Transfer the cocktail wieners and sauce to a serving dish or keep them warm in a slow cooker on the "low" or "warm" setting.
8. Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.5 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.8 g | 199% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 239 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 5280 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.8 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1182 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
