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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

June 7, 2022 by Mahy 8 Comments

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If you love hot dogs and looking for the easiest hot dog recipe–try these Air Fryer Hot Dogs! It may sound crazy, but cooking your hot dogs in the air fryer makes them juicy on the inside and unbeatably crisp on the outside. Plus it only takes 5 minutes–what can beat all of that? Video below for a fun twist on dressing up your hot dogs too!

two plates of air fryer hot dogs all dressed up differently showing the variety of hot dog toppings

Ok so yes I love my air fryer. And I am never running out of ways to use it! It’s probably my favorite kitchen appliance, like hello Air Fryer Chicken Wings, Juicy Air Fryer Whole Chicken, Pizza Rolls in the Air Fryer, Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potato, Air Fryer Salmon and MORE!! 

 

The trick to air fryers (after trying and buying so many) is that I find the basket air fryers to be my favorite. The air fryer basket produces a crisp like no other to the food! 

A hand holding a cheesy hot dog bun

Hot Dogs in Air Fryer 

Why are they so special?

  • They cook in 5 minutes!
  • hot dogs in the air fryer have an amazing crisp on the outside as if they’re grilled!
  • They’re super juicy! YES!
  • They can be placed back once cooked, and put in a bun with cheese to melt–see video!
  • You can make them from frozen!
  • Use endless toppings on the hotdogs!
  • Make bacon wrapped hot dogs in air fryer 
  • You can toast the buns in the air fryer for another level hot dog!
  • You really can use any size hot dogs you like here–I used the smaller ones as my kids prefer them!
  • Seasoning is not necessary–but I love just adding some salt and pepper and a drizzle of oil to the hot dogs

How to Cook Hot Dogs in Air Fryer?

A hand holding a knife scorching the hot dogs before adding it ti the air fryer

First of all, you need to make slits or scorches on the hot dig using a sharp knife. These can be on an angle or straight up along the center.

a hand holding the ready hot dogs with slits to go in the air fryer

These allow for the hot dogs to cook without bursting.

hot dogs arranged in an air fryer basket

Now you’ll arrange the hot dogs in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Single layer is KEY! Also here’s when you can sprinkle some salt and pepper and a a spray of avocado oil or drizzle of olive oil.

hot dog buns in an air fryer basket to taost

Make sure to toast your hot dog buns in the air fryer as well–it makes a BIG difference!

crisp hot dogs cooked in air fryer

Look at that crisp?? Honestly the BEST way to cook hot dogs ever!! So juicy on the inside yet perfectly crisp on the outside!!

How long to cook hot dogs in air fryer?

How Dogs need to be cooked at 400 degrees F and for 5-6 minutes shaking halfway.

Frozen hot dogs in air fryer

You can make this recipe using frozen hot dogs as it is. I prefer setting the temperature to 350 degrees F and adding an extra 3-4 minutes of cooking time. This allows the hot dogs to thaw while air frying!

Bacon wrapped Hot Dogs in air fryer

Wrap the hot dogs in bacon and follow the recipe as is, adding an extra 2-3 minutes of coking time while shaking halfway. 

Hot dog Toppings

While the hot dogs are perfect as they are–I love making my cheesy jalapeno hot dogs.

a hand holding a toasted bun and a cooked hot dog

Start by placing the air fried hot dog in the bun. 
 
adding shredded cheese over the hot dog in the bun
 
Load up the hot dog with jalapeño slices and lots of cheese.
 
placing the cheesy hot dogs back in the air fryer to melt the cheese
 
Now arrange the cheesy sandwiches back (again in a single layer).
 
cheesy hot dog buns out of the air fryer with cheese melted
 
Air fry for just 2 minutes until the cheese has melted –OMG so good!
 
A hand holding a bitten off hot dog sandwich showing how juicy air fryer hot dogs are
 
Other Hot Dog Toppings I love:
  • Relish
  • Onions
  • ketchup
  • Mustard
  • hot sauce

a hand holding an air fryer hot dog placed in toasted bun and dressing it with ketchup, onions, relish and mustard

A classic! You can never go wrong with the classic flavors and toppings of a a good old hot dog sandwich! 
 
This is such an easy recipe your family will love and a super fun entertaining option for a crowd! You can totally make this into a hot dog bar and serve toppings and sauces separately. It makes a great main or side dish (depending on the toppings). Try it, I promise you’ll love them!

Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Hot Dogs

  • Start with quality hot dogs. Always choose the ones you like and enjoy on a regular.
  • Scorching or slicing the hot dog will allow the hot dogs to cook without bursting in your air fryer. You can make small slits or slice it in half lengthwise. 
  • Toasting the buns in the air fryer takes your hot to the next level! To toast the buns you only need 2 minutes!
  • Make sure the hot dogs are placed in a single layer in your air fryer.
  • Air frying the hot dogs produces a crisp on the outside just like the BBQ! So don’t crowd the air fryer basket.
  • Hot dogs are best air fried at 400 degrees, however if you’re using frozen hot dogs, it’s best to drop the temperature to 35p and add an extra 4 minutes.
  • Make different variations to the humble hot dog sandwich. Try adding nacho toppings (hello Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe). And try to dress it with this crowd pleasing Blue Cheese Dressing–specially for bacon wrapped hot dogs. Finally, try the cheesy jalapeno hot dogs above–SO Good!
a hand breaking an air fryer hot dog in a bun in half
 

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Air Fryer Fish For Air Fryer Fish Tacos

 

A hand holding a cheesy hot dog bun
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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Air fryer Hot Dogs are the crispiest, tastiest and quickest! Doesn't get easier than cooking hot dogs in air fryer to get the best hot dog sandwiches ever! Family favorite recipe!

Course Air Fryer, Main Course, Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer, air fryer hot dog, air fryer recipes, hot dog recipe, hot dogs
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 294 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

  • 6 Hot Dogs
  • 6 hot dog buns

Toppings

  • 1 Jalapeño
  • 1/2 cup cheese your favorite type (shredded)
  • 1 tablespoon mayo optional
  • 2 teaspoons mustard optional
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup optional
  • 1/2 red onions diced
  • 1 tablespoon relish optional

Instructions

  1. Start by using a sharp knife to scorch or slit your hot dogs.

    A hand holding a knife scorching the hot dogs before adding it ti the air fryer
  2. You can make a long slit across the center (but not all the way through), or make smaller slits.

  3. Place the hot dogs in a single layer in your air fryer (you don't need to preheat the air fryer)

    a hand holding the ready hot dogs with slits to go in the air fryer
  4. make sure your hot dogs are in a single layer.

    crisp hot dogs cooked in air fryer
  5. You can season with a dash of salt and pepper and spray some oil over them.

  6. Air fry the hot dogs at 400 degrees for 6 minutes shaking half way.

    crisp hot dogs cooked in air fryer
  7. They're ready when they're golden and crisp on the outside.

  8. Place the hot dog buns in the air fryer (also in a singke layer) and air fry for just 2 mintes at 370.

    hot dog buns in an air fryer basket to taost
  9. To make the cheesy hot dogs, place an air fried hot dog in the bun, top with sliced jalapenos and a small handful of shredded cheese.

    adding shredded cheese over the hot dog in the bun
  10. Air fry for two minutes at 350 degrees until the cheese has melted.

    placing the cheesy hot dogs back in the air fryer to melt the cheese
  11. You can also assmeble the classic hot dog with mayo, mustard, ketchup, relish, onions and enjoy.

    A hand holding a cheesy hot dog bun
  12. For cooking frozen, or bacon wrapped hot dogs, see notes.

    a hand holding an air fryer hot dog placed in toasted bun and dressing it with ketchup, onions, relish and mustard
  13. Enjoy

    A hand holding a bitten off hot dog sandwich showing how juicy air fryer hot dogs are

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Hot Dogs

  • Start with quality hot dogs. Always choose the ones you like and enjoy on a regular.
  • Scorching or slicing the hot dog will allow the hot dogs to cook without bursting in your air fryer. You can make small slits or slice it in half lengthwise. 
  • Toasting the buns in the air fryer takes your hot to the next level! To toast the buns you only need 2 minutes!
  • Make sure the hot dogs are placed in a single layer in your air fryer.
  • Air frying the hot dogs produces a crisp on the outside just like the BBQ! So don't crowd the air fryer basket.
  • Hot dogs are best air fried at 400 degrees, however if you're using frozen hot dogs, it's best to drop the temperature to 35p and add an extra 4 minutes.
  • Make different variations to the humble hot dog sandwich. Try adding nacho toppings (hello Nacho Cheese Sauce Recipe). And try to dress it with this crowd pleasing Blue Cheese Dressing--specially for bacon wrapped hot dogs. Finally, try the cheesy jalapeno hot dogs above--SO Good!
  • How long to cook hot dogs in air fryer?

    How Dogs need to be cooked at 400 degrees F and for 5-6 minutes shaking halfway.

    Frozen hot dogs in air fryer

    You can make this recipe using frozen hot dogs as it is. I prefer setting the temperature to 350 degrees F and adding an extra 3-4 minutes of cooking time. This allows the hot dogs to thaw while air frying!

    Bacon wrapped Hot Dogs in air fryer

    Wrap the hot dogs in bacon and follow the recipe as is, adding an extra 2-3 minutes of coking time while shaking halfway. 

Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 31mg10%
Sodium 663mg29%
Potassium 156mg4%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 140IU3%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 143mg14%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. kushigalu

    September 23, 2022 at 7:26 am

    5 stars
    These air fryer hot dogs sound fantastic. I would love to soon try your recipe.

    Reply
  2. Dionne

    June 14, 2022 at 11:28 am

    5 stars
    These hot dogs are TOO GOOD not to make them ASAP. I mean, grab a few of your favorite sauces, and you are all set for a good picnic!

    Reply
  3. Elaine

    June 14, 2022 at 11:18 am

    5 stars
    I didn’t know you could make hot dogs in an air fryer. Woohoo! That makes life so much easier – thank you! 😉

    Reply
  4. Tayler

    June 9, 2022 at 9:59 am

    5 stars
    Sometimes it’s just too hot to turn on the grill, so this is the perfect alternative! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  5. Toni

    June 9, 2022 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    This is really my new favorite way to cook hot dogs!! Always perfect and so easy!

    Reply
  6. Claire Carter

    June 9, 2022 at 9:04 am

    5 stars
    These look great and such a good tip to cook the hot dog buns in the air fryer too – I would never have thought of that!

    Reply
  7. Casey

    June 9, 2022 at 8:57 am

    5 stars
    I never even thought about cooking hot dogs in the air fryer and now I won’t cook them any other way! Thank you!

    Reply
  8. Dionne

    June 9, 2022 at 5:44 am

    5 stars
    Fantastic hot dogs! I mean, I was hoping to find an easy hot dog recipe that really delights, and here it is. Love it!

    Reply
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