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.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar has dissolved and the ingredients are well combined.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the glaze simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 4

Meanwhile, drain and rinse the cocktail franks if necessary, and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 5

Add the cocktail franks to the saucepan with the glaze, ensuring each frank is coated evenly in the sauce.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Transfer the glazed franks to a serving dish or slow cooker to keep warm. Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	891.4 grams (891.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2173

Total Fat 130.20g	167%
Saturated Fat 45.40g	227%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 272mg	91%
Sodium 5529mg	240%
Total Carbohydrate 210.70g	77%
Dietary Fiber 0.50g	2%
Total Sugars 188.20g
Protein 45.80g	92%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224mg	17%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 976mg	21%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 38.3%