Make easy hot dogs in 5 minutes with this simple air fryer hot dogs recipe, that’s more of a method! It’s a great alternative to the microwave, which can make hot dogs rubbery, and easier than the grill, which can take longer. This is a great in-between to get the best hot dogs in a short amount of time!
Just like these Air Fryer Frozen French Fries, Air Fryer Hot Dogs are also an easy go-to and popular food to make in the air fryer. These are made in just 5 minutes with no preheating. The result? A hot dog that tastes grilled without the hassle of actually grilling them. This recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or an easy lunch for the kids.
What you’ll love about Air Fryer Hot Dogs:
- Ready in 5 minutes!
- No boiling or grilling to have to worry about.
- Kid-Approved and even easy enough for the kids to make too!
- Great for lunches or cookouts!
Ingredients for Air Fryer Hot Dogs:
- 8 Beef Hot Dogs
- Hot Dog Buns
- Toppings of Choice
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Begin by carefully slicing the hot dog lightly on one side; do not cut all the way through, just add a slit to the top.
- Coat the air fryer basket with olive oil cooking spray or the spray of your choice.
- Evenly add the hot dogs, cook at 390 degrees F for 5 minutes.
- Remove and serve with your choice of toppings.
- If preferred, you can add the buns in the final 1 minute of cooking and toast them.
How long does it take to cook hot dogs in the air fryer?
It only takes 3-5 minutes; most air fryers will take 5 minutes; however, you can check them after 3 minutes to see if they are done to your liking. All air fryers heat differently, so it’s always good to watch them the first time you make them to get the correct cooking time for your preference.
The texture and taste will be very similar to cooking them on the grill.
Tips for Making Air Fryer Hot Dogs:
It’s best to place the bun in the air fryer within the final minute of the cooking time, or you can add a minute after you take the hot dogs out to cook the buns. This gives the buns a nice toasted texture, perfect to go over that air fryer hot dog.
They can also be cooked in the air fryer in the bun, but you would need to decrease the cooking time if you do this.
Another tip is to cut a slit down the middle of the hot dog, not all the way through, but just about halfway. This helps it cook evenly throughout the hot dog.
These hot dogs are full of flavor, much better than simply boiling or microwaving them. They have a great smoked flavor that you would expect if you grilled hot dogs.
This recipe is perfect for a simple meal for lunch or dinner, plus a great one to teach the kids to do on their own. These are great paired with Air Fryer French Fries or Air Fryer Tater Tots. Air Fryer Hot Dogs are the kind of simple win you need during the week, a perfect, easy recipe to feed the family!
Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Ingredients
- 8 Beef Hot Dogs
- Hot Dogs Buns
- Toppings of Choice
Instructions
- Begin by carefully slicing the hot dog lightly on one side, do not cut all the way through, just add a slit to the top.
- Coat the air fryer basket with olive oil cooking spray or the spray of your choice.
- Evenly add the hot dogs, cook at 390°F for 5 minutes.
- Remove and serve with your choice of toppings.
- If preferred, you can add the buns in the final 1 minute of cooking and toast them.
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