Cocktail Wieners and Sauce

6 servings Prep: 5 m Cook: 10 m Total: 15 m Beginner
5.0/5 (1)
One of my favorite foods—these sweet and tangy cocktail wieners with chili sauce and brown sugar are perfect for parties and weddings. Simple, fast, and tasty, they disappear quick from any buffet table!

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 12 ounces bottle chili sauce
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • dash of pepper
  • Large package of cocktail wieners

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Combine the chili sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, and pepper in portions until desired taste is reached. Adjust sweetness or tang to your preference.
  2. Pour sauce into fondue pot or crock pot. Add cocktail wieners and stir to coat.
  3. Let simmer for 8-10 minutes or until wieners are warm through and sauce is bubbling.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Yes! You can mix the sauce and wieners together, refrigerate, then heat in the crock pot when ready to serve. The flavors actually improve after sitting for a few hours.

Q: How do I keep them warm for a party?

A: Keep them in a slow cooker or fondue pot set to low or warm setting. They'll stay perfect for hours without drying out.

Tips and Techniques

Adjust the brown sugar to taste—some folks like them sweeter, others prefer more tang from the chili sauce. Start with the recipe amount and taste before adding the wieners.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • cocktail wieners: small smoked sausage links cut into bite-sized pieces
  • chili sauce: ketchup mixed with a little hot sauce

Equipment Needed

  • Slow cooker or fondue pot
  • Mixing bowl