Cheese Brats with Caramelized Onions
Savor the ultimate backyard cookout favorite with these indulgent Cheese Brats with Caramelized Onions. Featuring juicy grilled bratwurst sausages blanketed in molten sharp cheddar cheese and topped with sweet, golden-brown caramelized onions enhanced by a touch of brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. Toasted bratwurst buns provide the ideal base to hold these flavor-packed bites, while optional tangy mustard adds a customizable finishing touch. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple yet flavorful ingredients, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for game day gatherings, summer barbecues, or cozy weeknight dinners. Serve them hot for an unbeatable meal that’s guaranteed to satisfy!
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Ingredients
- 4 bratwurst sausages
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 bratwurst buns
- 4 tablespoons mustard (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Thinly slice the onions and set them aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and let it warm up for about 1 minute.
Step 3
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Stir to coat the onions with the oil evenly.
Step 4
Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and turn golden, approximately 15 minutes.
Step 5
Add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar to the onions, stirring to combine. Continue cooking until the onions are caramelized and have a deep brown color, about 10 more minutes.
Step 6
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. You can also use a grill pan if cooking indoors.
Step 7
Place the bratwursts on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are browned and fully cooked through.
Step 8
During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each bratwurst, allowing it to melt.
Step 9
Toast the bratwurst buns lightly on the grill for about 1 minute if desired.
Step 10
Assemble the cheese brats by placing each grilled bratwurst into a bun.
Step 11
Top with a generous portion of caramelized onions.
Step 12
Serve the brats hot with mustard on the side, if using, and enjoy your delicious cheese brats!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1152.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2831.1 |
| Total Fat 180.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 376.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8035.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 197.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.9g | |
| Protein 106.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1185.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1722.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories