How to Cook Brats in the Oven
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 220kcal
This Oven Baked Brats recipe bakes these juicy German sausages to golden-brown and crispy perfection in 30 minutes or less! Turn to this mostly hands-off cooking method when you’re craving juicy sausages for busy weeknight dinners or easy summer entertaining.
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Equipment
- Parchment Paper optional
Ingredients
- 5 bratwurst 19-ounce package
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper, if desired.
- Arrange brats on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy!
Notes
Tips and tricks
- Plan ahead! The brats need to cool to room temperature to help them cook faster and more evenly. Remember to take them out of the fridge and leave them on the kitchen counter for 20 to 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a paring knife to score the bratwurst with a few shallow cuts to prevent them from bursting in the oven.
- For an extra crispy finish, consider finishing the baked brats under the broiler for a few minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Brats are cooked through and safe to eat when they reach an internal temperature of 160ºF.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 558mg | Potassium: 230mg | Vitamin A: 4IU | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.3mg