Spicy Sweet Dogs

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these bold and vibrant Spicy Sweet Dogs! Perfect for grill season, this easy 25-minute recipe takes classic beef hot dogs to a whole new level with a flavor-packed combination of caramelized jalapeños, red onions, and BBQ-honey sauce. The sweetness of brown sugar and honey perfectly balances the heat of jalapeños and optional hot sauce, while melty cheddar cheese adds a rich, gooey finish. Toasted buns provide just the right touch of crunch, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a pop of freshness. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a unique weeknight meal, these Spicy Sweet Dogs are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces hot dog buns
• 4 pieces beef hot dogs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 pieces jalapeños, sliced
• 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.25 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Place the hot dogs on the grill and cook for about 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through with grill marks.

Step 3

While the hot dogs cook, melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced jalapeños and red onions to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Sprinkle the brown sugar over the jalapeños and onions, stirring well to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is caramelized. Remove from heat.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the barbecue sauce, honey, and hot sauce (if using) until well combined.

Step 7

Lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and warm.

Step 8

Assemble the Spicy Sweet Dogs: Place each grilled hot dog inside a toasted bun. Spoon the caramelized jalapeño and onion mixture over the hot dogs.

Step 9

Drizzle the barbecue-honey sauce generously on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(745.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1805.4

Total Fat 84.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 222.8mg	0%
Sodium 3516.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 78.9g
Protein 60.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 823.1mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 794.0mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 45.4%