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 comforting, no-fuss classic that turns simple ingredients into a rich, satisfying meal. As the hot dogs cook with the baked beans, they soak up the sweet and tangy flavors from the sauce. The slow cooking process thickens everything into a glossy, hearty dish that’s perfect for an easy family dinner.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Beanie Weenies
Ingredients
- 1 lb hot dogs, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 cans (15 oz each) baked beans
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the base
Lightly grease the slow cooker. Slice the hot dogs into even pieces and add them to the bottom.
2. Add beans and sauce
Pour the baked beans (with their sauce) over the hot dogs. In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar until well combined, then add it to the slow cooker.
3. Stir everything together
Mix until the hot dogs are evenly coated and covered by the beans and sauce.
4. Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until hot and bubbly and the sauce has thickened.
5. Stir and serve
Give it a final stir before serving to evenly distribute the sauce.
