Layer baked beans over sliced hot dogs, add three more simple ingredients, and toss it all into the slow cooker for an easy weeknight go-to I can make without even thinking.
This Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beanie Weenies recipe is a cozy, no-hassle favorite that turns basic ingredients into a hearty, flavorful dish. As the hot dogs simmer with the baked beans, they absorb the sweet and tangy notes of the sauce. The slow cooking allows everything to thicken into a rich, glossy meal that’s perfect for an easy dinner.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beanie Weenies
Ingredients
- 1 lb hot dogs, cut into ½-inch slices
- 2 cans (15 oz each) baked beans
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
1. Prep the base
Lightly grease the slow cooker. Slice the hot dogs into even pieces and place them at the bottom.
2. Add beans and sauce
Pour the baked beans, including their sauce, over the hot dogs. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar, then add the mixture to the slow cooker.
3. Mix well
Stir everything together until the hot dogs are evenly coated and fully combined with the beans and sauce.
4. Cook thoroughly
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until heated through and the sauce has thickened.
5. Final stir and serve
Stir once more before serving to distribute the sauce evenly.
