There’s nothing better than throwing some brats on the grill and letting everyone build their own loaded brat with their favorite toppings. It’s easy, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for summer cookouts or game day hangouts.

You’ll love this build-your-own brat bar because it keeps things simple while letting everyone customize their own creation. No two brats have to be the same. Whether you’re into smoky chipotle mayo or grilled onions and mustard, there’s something for every kind of craving.

Helpful Tips

Use two heat zones on the grill: Start the brats over medium heat to get a nice sear, then move them to medium-low to finish cooking through.
Toast the buns: Give the buns a quick toast on indirect heat or a top rack for a bit of crunch and to keep them from getting soggy.
Prep toppings ahead: Have all your toppings chopped, poured, and ready before the brats come off the grill so you can eat them hot.

Grilled Brats & Toppings Bar

There’s nothing better than throwing some brats on the grill and letting everyone build their own loaded brat with their favorite toppings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Ingredients

4 brats
4 brat-sized buns

Toppings:

BBQ sauce pickled red onion, cilantro, and crushed chips
Peppers onions, and chipotle mayo
Pickles tomatoes, and mustard
Chipotle coleslaw corn, and jalapenos

Instructions

Prepare your toppings, so they are ready when the brats are hot.
Heat the grill to medium heat. It’s good to have 2 zones of heat, one on medium, one medium low. When ready, put the brats on and let them cook for a few minutes over medium heat to get browned. Then move them to medium low heat to continue cooking.
Meanwhile, you can lightly toast the buns on a top rack or on indirect heat on the grill.
When they reach 165° F(75°C), they’re done. Take them off and let them rest.
Serve hot, with condiments and toppings.