Cocktail Wieners

Transform your next gathering into an unforgettable event with these irresistible Cocktail Wieners—an effortless appetizer that’s big on flavor! This quick recipe combines juicy mini sausages with a luscious, tangy-sweet sauce made from grape jelly, ketchup, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Add a dash of hot sauce for a subtle kick or keep it mild for a surefire crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep, these bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, game days, or potlucks. Keep them warm in a slow cooker for all-day snacking, and serve with toothpicks for mess-free enjoyment. Simple, delicious, and guaranteed to disappear fast!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

16 oz cocktail wieners or mini sausages
1 cup grape jelly
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon optional hot sauce (such as Tabasco)

Directions

Step 1

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the grape jelly, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and optional hot sauce (if using).

Step 2

2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the ingredients until they are well combined and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.

Step 3

3. Reduce the heat to low and add the cocktail wieners to the saucepan.

Step 4

4. Stir to coat the wieners evenly in the sauce.

Step 5

5. Cover the saucepan and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

6. Once the wieners are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 7

7. Transfer the cocktail wieners and sauce to a serving dish or keep them warm in a slow cooker on the "low" or "warm" setting.

Step 8

8. Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(955.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2092.9

Total Fat 103.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 238.7mg	0%
Sodium 5280.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 168.6g
Protein 41.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.8mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1181.5mg	0%

*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: 45.2%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 46.9%