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dr pepper bratwurst
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Crockpot Dr. Pepper Bratwurst

Juicy bratwurst slow-cooked in a sweet and savory Dr Pepper barbecue sauce with tender onions. This easy crockpot recipe is perfect for family dinners, cookouts, or feeding a crowd with minimal effort.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds bratwurst sausages
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 1 cup Dr Pepper
  • ¾ cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the bratwurst on all sides just until they get a little color.
  • Add the sliced onions to the bottom of your slow cooker, then place the brats on top.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the Dr Pepper, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour the sauce over the bratwurst.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours.
  • Serve the brats on buns with the onions and plenty of that sauce spooned over the top.