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Slow Cooker Bourbon Hot Dogs

by Sarah Olson on June 26, 2021 | Updated March 7, 2022 1 Comment

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These Slow Cooker Bourbon Hot Dogs are exactly what you need to enjoy your BBQ without heating up the whole house! The best part is that most of these ingredients can be found in your kitchen already.

I think one can not have enough appetizer recipes! I would serve these bourbon hot dogs along with another appetizer such as spinach dip or Rotel dip for a great spread at a party.

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This recipe is a great alternative to traditional hot dogs, and it’s even better with the sweet and tangy drunken sauce! No need to add condiments to this delicious crockpot dish.

cooked bourbon hot dogs in slow cooker on white table

Recipe Ingredients

ingredients for bourbon hot dogs on white table
  • Beef hot dogs – (two 15-oz. packages) I use Oscar Meyer. If possible don’t skimp on the hot dogs, a good beef hot dog has MUCH more flavor than a chicken hot dog.
  • Ketchup
  • Barbecue sauce
  • Brown sugar
  • Bourbon – I use a local bourbon whiskey called Broken Top Whiskey
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Red pepper flakes

Step by Step Directions

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Step One – Start by cutting the hotdogs at an angle into fourths.

cut hot dogs in slow cooker

Step Two – Then place the sliced hot dogs in the slow cooker.

cut hot dogs in slow cooker with ketchup, barbecue sauce and brown sugar on top.

Step Three – Add the wet ingredients: ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well-combined. Place the lid on the slow cooker.

Step Four – Cook on LOW for 5 hours. Stirring occasionally. Note, that 5 hours is not too long to cook these. The hot dogs will soak up the bourbon and the sauce and turn darker. They will not shrivel. They only get better the longer they cook.

Can I use beer instead of bourbon?

  • While bourbon is the perfect choice for these slow cooker hot dogs if you have beer instead, that will work fine.
  • Beer gives the hot dogs a more mild flavor that some people might even prefer. You can use any beer that you would normally drink in this recipe in place of the bourbon.
bourbon hot dogs on metal tooth pick

Can I use lil smokies or sausage instead?

  • Sure! There are other cocktail weenie recipes out there using all sorts of different meat choices.
  • You may also want to use cut-up brats or kielbasa if you are looking for your finished product to have more bite than traditional hot dogs.
  • You can even use little smokies or frozen meatballs! Whichever you choose, they will melt in your mouth and you won’t want to miss a single drop {no pun intended} when they’re cooked with the warm, sweet sauce – yum!

What should I serve with these?

  • I serve these as an appetizer with toothpicks. Makes for a perfect snack for game day or any potluck. You can serve other appetizers with this such as chili cheese dip or 7-layer bean dip.
  • Or, these bourbon hot dogs can easily be paired with a nice coleslaw recipe, or this slow cooker baked beans recipe.

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Slow Cooker Bourbon Hot Dogs

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Cut up hot dogs in this appetizer recipe with sweet and tangy bourbon sauce.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 15
Calories: 268kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 4 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 30 oz. beef hot dogs (two 15-oz. pkgs) I use Oscar Meyer
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
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Instructions:

  • Cut the hotdogs into fourths. Do this by cutting them on an angle.
  • Place the hot dog pieces in the slow cooker.
  • Add the ketchup, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, Worcestershire sauce and red pepper flakes, stir.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 5 hours. Stirring occasionally.
  • Note: 5 hours is not too long to cook these. We are NOT just heating these up. The longer they cook, they marinate in the bourbon and sauce and soak up flavor. The hot dogs will not shrivel.
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Recipe Notes:

Does the alcohol cook out of these?
All the alcohol may not cook out of these for the slow cooker does not get to a high heat. I would not serve these to babies, children, OR anyone who does not drink alcohol for respect to them.
How should I serve these?
  • I serve these as an appetizer with toothpicks. Makes for a perfect snack for game day or any potluck.
  • Or, these bourbon hot dogs can easily be paired with a nice coleslaw recipe, baked beans or even mac and cheese.
Can I use something other than hot dogs?
Yes, you can use one of the following:
  • Little smokies
  • Cut up brats
  • Sliced Kielbasa
  • You can even use frozen meatballs!

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 835mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 109IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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Other hot dog recipes for the crock pot

  • Slow Cooker Hot Dogs
  • Hot Dog Chili
  • Slow Cooker Beanies and Weenies
  • Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Little Smokies

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    1. linda says

      September 6, 2021 at 8:33 am

      these hot dogs look amazing can’t wait to see more awesome ideas

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