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Hotdog Burnt Ends The Ultimate Easy BBQ Recipe for Oven or Smoker

Hotdog Burnt Ends

Sticky, smoky, sweet, and downright addictive — Hotdog Burnt Ends bring BBQ magic to any night of the week. Whether oven-baked, smoked, air-fried, or skillet-seared, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pack hot dogs regular or jumbo
  • 1 tbsp oil for coating before baking
Sweet Rub
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
Glaze
  • 3 tbsp BBQ sauce your favorite kind
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • optional cayenne or chili flakes for heat

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice hot dogs into thick chunks and score lightly for extra caramelization.
  3. Toss hot dogs with a little oil and Sweet Rub (salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika).
  4. Spread on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until slightly crisp.
  5. Meanwhile, combine BBQ sauce, butter, brown sugar, and honey in a bowl to make the glaze.
  6. Toss baked hot dogs in the glaze and return to oven for 10–15 minutes until sticky and caramelized.

Notes

Try variations like maple-mustard glaze, spicy jalapeño, or cheesy burnt ends. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.