Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Perfectly crispy outside, juicy and tender inside, air fryer hot dogs are the quick and easy way to make the best hot dogs when you don’t feel like firing up the grill. Whether they’re for lunch or dinner, this easy air fryer recipe’s kid friendly and picky eater approved!
Anyone else have incredibly picky eaters?
Picky to the point that it seems like they subsist on only a handful of foods, and no matter how hard you try they dig their heels in and refuse to broaden their horizons? Me too, me too.
I swear one of my kids could, and would, quite happily live off of hot dogs alone.
While I’m not one to typically yuck somebody else’s ‘yum’, I just don’t share his all encompassing love of hot dogs. I still have to ensure there’s a semi-balanced meal on the dinner table each evening, while also making sure he has his safe food as an option if he makes an honest effort to try what’s served.
I’m not a short order cook though, so as a compromise I’ve taught him how to easily make his own hot dogs, hot to order in the convenience of our air fryer.
Lightly crisped on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside- these air fryer hot dogs are quick, easy, and taste like you babysat them on the stovetop until they were just right.
Make them the next time you’re short on time, but still craving the hot dog flavor you love!
Ingredients Needed
Making hot dogs in the air fryer only requires a couple things.
You’ll need:
- Hot Dogs – Use whatever brand hot dogs your family prefers
- Buns – Hot dog buns
- Condiments – Ketchup & mustard, but you can use whatever condiments make your little heart happy.
Once you’ve gathered your ingredients you’re ready to whip up these picky eater approved hot dogs!
How To Make
Making air fried hot dogs is as easy as it is quick, which makes them a perfect option for lunch or dinner.
Start by adding the hot dogs to the basket of an air fryer in a single layer, without them touching one another or overlapping at all.
Cook them at 375F for 10 minutes.
Using tongs transfer the cooked hot dogs to buns. Top them with ketchup, mustard, or whatever combination of condiments you prefer.
Serve them with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Storing
Leftover air fried hot dogs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Alternatively they can be frozen for up to 3 months in an air tight container.
Tips & Tricks
- Use a brand of hot dogs your family is familiar with and enjoys the flavor of. While this method of cooking is easy with minimal clean up, it doesn’t alter the actual flavor of the hot dogs themselves.
- When adding the hot dogs to the basket of the air fryer make sure not too overcrowd them. There needs to be space in between each to allow air to circulate properly as that’s how the air fryer cooks.
- There’s no need to rotate these while they cook. The air circulating around and between them will function the same as turning them would.
- Surprise your picky eaters with hot dogs in their packed lunch! These can be made the night beforehand, allowed to cool, and packed for lunches. For an even fresher option, make them in the morning.
Other Easy Air Fryer Recipes
Short on time, doesn’t mean you can’t still get something hot and tasty on the table for supper.
These easy air fryer hot dogs are picky eater approved, and a perfect lunch or dinner option for busy schedules. Pair them with some chips and a simple side salad for a no fuss meal everyone can agree one!
Looking for other easy air fryer recipes to make and enjoy?
Try these:
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Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Instructions
- Place the hot dogs inside the air fryer basket, flat, and not overlapping. A little bit of space between each hot dog is best.4 Hot Dogs
- Cook at 375 degrees fahrenheit for 10 minutes.
- Place hot dogs in a bun and top with ketchup and mustard, if desired. Enjoy!Hot Dog Buns, Mustard, Ketchup
Notes
- Use a brand of hot dogs your family is familiar with and enjoys the flavor of. While this method of cooking is easy with minimal clean up, it doesn't alter the actual flavor of the hot dogs themselves.
- When adding the hot dogs to the basket of the air fryer make sure not too overcrowd them. There needs to be space in between each to allow air to circulate properly as that's how the air fryer cooks.
- There's no need to rotate these while they cook. The air circulating around and between them will function the same as turning them would.
- Surprise your picky eaters with hot dogs in their packed lunch! These can be made the night beforehand, allowed to cool, and packed for lunches. For an even fresher option, make them in the morning.
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