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Beer-Glazed Bacon Cheddar Smash Dog


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  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A savory hot dog topped with crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and a rich beer glaze that takes your grilling game to the next level! Perfect for summer barbecues or game day gatherings.


Ingredients

– 4 hot dog buns

– 4 beef hot dogs

– 8 slices of bacon

– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

– 1 cup beer (lager or ale)

– 1/4 cup brown sugar

– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

– Salt and pepper to taste

– Chopped green onions (for garnish)


Instructions

1.

2. 1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

3. 2. In the same skillet, combine beer, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 3. Grill the hot dogs on medium-high heat until heated through and slightly charred, about 5-6 minutes.

5. 4. Place the hot dogs in the buns and top with crispy bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.

6. 5. Drizzle the beer glaze over the top of each hot dog.

7. 6. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

 

– You can substitute turkey or chicken hot dogs for a lighter option.

– Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the glaze by adding more or less brown sugar.

– For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or your favorite hot sauce as a topping.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: 🍔 Epic Burgers & Melts
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hot dog
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg