Crock Pot Beer Brats
Savor the rich, hearty flavors of these Crock Pot Beer Brats, a hassle-free recipe perfect for game day, backyard barbecues, or an easy weeknight dinner. Juicy bratwurst sausages are slow-cooked in a bath of aromatic beer, buttery caramelized onions, and garlic, soaking up bold, savory flavors with every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep, this set-it-and-forget-it dish makes entertaining a breeze while the crock pot does all the work. Serve these tender, beer-infused brats on soft buns or hoagie rolls, topped with mustard, sauerkraut, or grilled onions for that classic brat experience. This recipe is as versatile as it is delicious, combining the ease of slow cooking with the irresistible charm of comforting pub fare.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Bratwurst sausages
- 12 oz Beer (lager or ale)
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 6 pieces Brat buns or hoagie rolls
- Toppings such as mustard, sauerkraut, or onions (optional)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a skillet over medium heat, add the butter and let it melt. Once melted, add the sliced onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly golden.
Place the bratwurst sausages in the bottom of your crock pot.
Add the cooked onions and the minced garlic over the brats.
Pour the beer over the sausages to cover them partially. Add the salt and black pepper.
Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the brats are fully cooked and tender.
Once done, use tongs to remove the brats from the slow cooker and place them on brat buns or hoagie rolls.
Serve with your favorite toppings like mustard, sauerkraut, or grilled onions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.8 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.4 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 7816 mg | 340% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.1 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 113.1 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 434 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1884 mg | 40% | |
*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.
