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Sweet and Sour 'Bat' Wings

Sweet and Sour 'Bat' Wings for a Spooky Halloween Feast

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These Sweet and Sour 'Bat' Wings are the ultimate Halloween treat with a sweet tang and crispy finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 6 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 1 minute
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wing Marinade
  • 1 cup Pineapple Juice can substitute with apple or mango juice
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar essential for achieving perfect flavor balance
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce ketchup can work in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce soy sauce can be used for variety
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce optional based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Black Food Coloring activated charcoal is a natural alternative
For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Whole Chicken Wings ensure they have tips for best bat shape
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey adds gloss and sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar no significant substitutes recommended

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet and Sour 'Bat' Wings
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and black food coloring until smooth. Add whole chicken wings, ensuring they are fully coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let them marinate in the refrigerator for 6 to 24 hours.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  3. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Arranging the baking sheets properly will help with even cooking.
  4. Arrange the marinated wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.
  5. While the wings are baking, mix honey and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. After 30 minutes, brush the wings with the glaze mixture.
  6. Return the glazed wings to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize.
  7. Once baked, remove the wings from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve with vegetable sticks or a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These wings are perfect for your Halloween celebration and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

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