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Six sausages on a white plate with parsley.
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Smoked Brats

These Smoked Brats are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked every time! An easy BBQ recipe that’s ideal for tailgates, weeknights, or summer cookouts.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Smoked Brats
Servings: 6
Calories: 418kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 Bratwursts
  • 6 Bratwurst Buns
  • Sauerkraut optional

Instructions

  • Preheat a smoker to 225 degrees F with a water pan.
  • Place the brats in the smoker directly on the grates.  Smoke them for 1.5-2 hours until the brats reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove the brats from the smoker.  Serve on the buns topped with sauerkraut and enjoy!

Notes

Use an instant-read meat thermometer to make sure that the brats are cooked to a safe temperature before removing it from the smoker.  
Make sure to add chips to the smoker every 15 minutes if your smoker does not have an automatic feature.  
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 909mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 3mg
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