Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

On the blog today, we’re making air fryer bacon-wrapped hotdogs! These are delicious and so easy to make. Hotdogs are everyone favourite summer BBQ food, and for good reason. They’re delicious, easy to eat, and can be cooked in a variety of ways.

One of our favourite ways to cook hotdogs is by wrapping them in bacon and then cooking them in the air fryer. The bacon gets nice and crispy while the hotdog stays juicy and flavourful. It’s the perfect combination!

Wrap your hotdog in one or two pieces of bacon, depending on how big your hotdog is. Then, lay the wrapped hotdog on a wire rack that’s been placed inside of a baking dish. This allows the hotdog to cook evenly on all sides and ensures that the bacon gets nice and crispy.

Cook the hotdogs in the air fryer at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked to your liking. Serve immediately with your favourite toppings.

Ingredients:

-1 package of hotdogs: I used beef hotdogs, but you can use whatever kind you like

-1 package of bacon: I used regular pork bacon, but you can use turkey or vegetarian bacon as well

-Toppings of your choice: I used ketchup and mustard, but feel free to get creative!

Instructions:

First, start by wrapping each hot dog in a piece of bacon. You can use as much or as little bacon as you like, depending on how crispy you want it to be. We usually use about 1-2 slices per hot dog.

Next, place the bacon-wrapped hotdogs in the air fryer basket and cook at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked to your liking.

Serve with your favourite toppings and enjoy!

Recipe tips

-You can use any type of hotdog you like for this recipe. We prefer beef hotdogs, but you can use turkey or chicken hotdogs as well.

-If you don’t have an air fryer, you can cook these in the oven. Just preheat the oven to 400 degrees and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.

– Serve with your favorite toppings! We like barbecue sauce, ketchup, and mustard on our hotdogs. You can also add diced onions, cheese, or pickles. Enjoy!

Substitutions

-If you don’t eat meat, you can try wrapping veggie hotdogs in vegetable bacon or tofu bacon.

-Vegetarian or vegan? Try wrapping veggie hotdogs in grilled vegetables like peppers or zucchini.

-Looking for a gluten-free option? Use gluten-free hotdogs and bacon.

FAQs

1. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the bacon-wrapped hotdogs ahead of time and cook them when you’re ready. Just wrap the hotdogs in bacon and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to cook, preheat the air fryer or oven and cook as directed.

2. How long do these bacon-wrapped hotdogs stay fresh?

These hotdogs will stay fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat in the air fryer or oven before serving.

3. Can I freeze these bacon-wrapped hotdogs?

Yes, you can freeze these hotdogs. Just wrap the hotdogs in bacon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight and cook as directed.

4. What other toppings can I use on these hotdogs?

There are so many options! Try diced onions, cheese, pickles, or your favorite condiments.

5. Can I use something other than bacon?

Yes, you can try wrapping the hotdogs in vegetable bacon or tofu bacon. Or, for a vegetarian option, try wrapping them in grilled vegetables like peppers or zucchini.

What are your favorite toppings for bacon-wrapped hotdogs? Let us know in the comments below!