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Slow Cooker Beer Brats

A hearty and comforting dish featuring juicy bratwursts topped with caramelized onions, served in soft buns, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 bratwursts 10 Brats Juicy and flavorful, select high-quality options.
  • 2 medium 2 Medium Onions Sliced for caramelization.
  • 4 Tbs 4 Tbs Light Brown Sugar Adds sweetness to balance the savory brats.
  • 4 Tbs 4 Tbs Unsalted Butter Enhances flavor and adds richness.
  • 12 oz 12 oz Amber or Dark Beer Infuses flavor and keeps brats moist.
  • 10 pieces 10 Hot Dog Buns Perfect for serving the brats.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high and grill the brats for about 10 minutes to develop a char.
  2. Slice one onion and add half to the slow cooker with half of the brown sugar.
  3. Place the grilled brats on top of the onions and sugar in the slow cooker.
  4. Top with the remaining sliced onions and the rest of the brown sugar.
  5. Cut the unsalted butter into slices and place them over the mixture.
  6. Pour the beer over all the ingredients in the slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Serving
  1. Serve the brats in hot dog buns topped with caramelized onions and desired condiments.

Notes

You can prepare ingredients the night before and store them in the slow cooker. Experiment with different brat types or add sliced peppers for a spicy kick.