Hot Dog Burnt Ends | Traeger Timberline 1300

February 23, 2023

Complicated recipes have their place, but sometimes you need to fill a craving fast! My Hot Dog Burnt Ends come together in a little over an hour. Though this recipe is easy, it tastes gourmet. Hot dogs are universally friendly but shine when seasoned and sauced with my best-selling ingredients. 

These delicious burnt ends would be a great appetizer for game day or a work party. Be sure to make extra; they’ll be gone in no time!

Easy recipes are vital to building your confidence on the pit. My Hot Dog Burnt Ends are as easy as they come and totally foolproof. Caution: Making this recipe will lead to making another..and another. 

The Ingredients

You can’t go wrong with basic ingredients! You probably have a few of these things in your cupboard already. If not, here’s what to add to your shopping list. 

The Smoker Setup

Here’s a rundown of the primary equipment I used for this cook. You can find more of my grilling favorites in the Equipment and Tools section. 

• Pellet grill/smoker. I used a Traeger Timberline 1300 for this cook. This pit is incredible because you can use it to grill or smoke. The Traeger Timberline 1300 has many excellent features, like a pellet sensor, a super smoke button, and easy transportation. 
• Pellets. I used Royal Oak Charcoal Hardwood Pellets for this cook. Their charcoal contains no fillers and gives a good, pure smoke. I am partial to Royal Oak Charcoal’s products and use them in the backyard and on the circuit. 

The Process for Making Hot Dog Burnt Ends

You can get a behind-the-scenes view of this recipe in the short clip and recipe card. For now, here’s a brief overview of how I pulled these Hot Dog Burnt Ends together. 

The Results

Who would have thought a simple hot dog could taste so good? The Hot Dog Burnt Ends came off the grill smelling like heaven. Each bite was filled with the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. 

Serving Suggestions for Hot Dog Burnt Ends

My Hot Dog Burnt Ends would go great with other delicious appetizers, like my Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip. You can also add them to my BBQ Charcuterie Board. 

Storing Hot Dog Burnt Ends

You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze them for up to 5 months. 

Equipment and Tools

Traeger Timberline 1300, Royal Oak Charcoal Hardwood Pellets, disposable cutting board, Victorinox Fibrox Boning Knife, Nechtik BBQ Gloves, aluminum pans, metal tongs.

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