Glazed Franks
Savor the irresistible sweet-and-savory flavors of Glazed Franks, a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings. This easy recipe features tender cocktail franks coated in a rich and tangy homemade glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a blend of bold seasonings like Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Ready in just 30 minutes, these bite-sized treats are simmered to perfection, ensuring every piece is infused with sticky, smoky goodness. Serve them warm with toothpicks for effortless entertaining that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect as a slow-cooker appetizer or a quick stovetop dish, these glazed franks shine as a quintessential finger food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz cocktail franks
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar has dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.
Reduce the heat to low and let the glaze simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Meanwhile, drain and rinse the cocktail franks if necessary, and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Add the cocktail franks to the saucepan with the glaze, ensuring each frank is coated evenly in the sauce.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the franks are heated through and the glaze has thickened slightly.
Transfer the glazed franks to a serving dish or slow cooker to keep warm. Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 689 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 176 mg | 4% | |
*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.
