The truth? I love hot dogs. I really do. I’d love to pretend that I make air fryer hot dogs mostly for my kids but if I’m actually being honest I’d have to admit my kids don’t really like hot dogs. Lol. It’s for me. 🙂
I have never been a fan of boiled hot dogs. I also don’t love hot dogs made in the microwave although I admit it’s convenient. I love a grilled hot dog, but I don’t currently own a grill. So to me the absolute best hot dog is a hot dog made in the air fryer. It’s faster than the oven. Plus, I feel silly turning the oven on if I’m only making one hot dog. I also love how air fryer hot dogs manage to be cooked all over and can even begin to blister like they do when grilled or oven roasted.
Related: Here are my favorite things to make in my air fryer. I need to update that post to also include hot dogs. Lol.
Ingredients
- Hot dogs
- Hot dog buns
- Condiments for serving – ketchup, mustard, etc.
In case you’re curious my favorite hot dog toppings are mustard and french fried onions. I like the crunch and flavor it adds.
How to make Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Add the hot dogs to the air fryer. Air fry at 390°F for 5 minutes, rotating the hot dogs halfway through. I sometimes just shake the basket it a bit rather than perfectly rotating them.
Then add the hot dogs to the buns (use tongs, they will be hot). Air fry for another 1-2 minutes. This warms the buns and is worth the effort.
Remove the hot dogs and buns from the air fryer and top with whatever you like. Enjoy!
Tips and Notes
- I personally don’t preheat my air fryer before starting this recipe. If you do, good for you! And you can likely reduce the cooking time by a minute.
- This recipe is for classic or standard size hot dogs. If using jumbo or larger sizes hot dogs increase the cook time by 1-2 minutes.
- I like adding diagonal slices to the top of the hot dog. This is not necessary but it gives the hot dog slightly more texture after cooking and it’s pretty. But if I forget, no biggie.
More Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Okra
- Air Fryer French Fries
- Air Fryer Steak
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Air Fryer Meatballs
- Air Fryer Asparagus
- Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
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Ingredients
- 4 hot dogs
- 4 hot dog buns
Instructions
- Add the hot dogs to the air fryer.
- Air fry at 390°F for 5 minutes, rotating the hot dogs halfway through.
- Then add the hot dogs to the buns (use tongs, they will be hot).
- Air fry for another 1-2 minutes. This warms the buns and is worth the effort.
- Remove the hot dogs and buns from the air fryer and top with whatever you like.
Notes
- I personally don’t preheat my air fryer before starting this recipe. If you do, good for you! And you can likely reduce the cooking time by a minute.
- This recipe is for classic or standard size hot dogs. If using jumbo or larger sizes hot dogs increase the cook time by 1-2 minutes.
- I like adding diagonal slices to the top of the hot dog. This is not necessary but it gives the hot dog slightly more texture after cooking and it’s pretty.
Nutrition
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I love how you shared your air fryer hot dog journey! It’s great that you’ve found a quick and delicious way to enjoy them. Have you tried adding other toppings like chili or coleslaw?
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Long time podcast listener and stopping by to say, finally I ordered an air fryer! XD For the longest time I was like, is this really necessary?! Until now, after a few weeks of ravenous overtired kids coming home from school, where I suddenly realize: yes, it is indeed necessary! Of course I immediately went to your site to check out all the air fryer recipes <3 <3 <3 Can't wait to get going!!
Welcome to the cult of Air Fryers. Glad to have a new member. 🙂
Super useful.