Bacon Beer Brat Bites With Scorpion Onion Dip
Mike 
If you’re looking for a bite-size snack that absolutely steals the show, these Bacon Beer Brat Bites are it. Juicy beer brats wrapped in crispy bacon, seasoned with Blazing Star Pork'n Rub and Seasoning, and dunked into a creamy Scorpion Onion Dip that brings the heat. These are game-day gold and guaranteed to disappear fast. 🌭🔥
📋Quick Recipe Card
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Servings | Difficulty | Flavor Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 minutes | 45 minutes | 6–8 people | Easy | Savory, Smoky, Spicy, Creamy |
🛒Ingredients
Bacon Beer Brat Bites
- 1 pack beer bratwursts
- 1 lb regular-cut bacon, sliced in half
- 1½ tbsp Blazing Star Pork'n Rub and Seasoning
Scorpion Onion Dip
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 4 oz beer
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Bear & Burton’s Fireshire
- 1 tbsp Blazing Star Scorpion Rub
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
🔥Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prep the brat bites.
Slice the beer brats into bite-sized pieces. Cut bacon strips in half and wrap each brat piece tightly with bacon. -
Season and cook.
Season the bacon-wrapped brats generously with Blazing Star Pork'n Rub and Seasoning. Cook on a smoker or grill at 350°F until the bacon is fully rendered and crispy, about 25-30 minutes. -
Start the onion dip.
While the brats cook, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent. -
Build the flavor.
Pour in the beer and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in Dijon mustard, Fireshire, and Scorpion Rub. -
Finish the dip.
Add the cream cheese and stir continuously until smooth, creamy, and fully melted. Reduce heat to low to keep warm. -
Serve hot.
Plate the bacon brat bites straight off the smoker and serve with the warm Scorpion Onion Dip.
💡Pro Tips
- Extra crispy bacon: Place bites seam-side down during cooking so the bacon stays tight.
- Heat control: Use ½ tbsp Scorpion Rub if serving a crowd sensitive to spice.
- Make ahead: Dip can be reheated gently on low heat or in a slow cooker.
- No smoker? These cook beautifully in the oven at 375°F or in an air fryer at 360°F.
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