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I have made these air fryer hot dogs so many times, and they come out perfectly every time! They are so juicy on the inside with a crispy toasted bun. It’s the easiest way to enjoy hot dogs at home, ready in just minutes! Top them with your favorite condiments for a meal the whole family will love!
Air frying hot dogs is one of the quickest and easiest ways to make them. No need to fire up the grill! Whether you’re making a quick weeknight dinner or prepping for a game day snack, you are going to want to save this recipe!
Air frying these hot dogs is not only fast, it’s super easy. You can even add creative toppings, like a slice of cheese or cheese sauce, chopped white onion, or chili, to make chili cheese dogs. There are so many flavor combinations you can use!
Air Fryer Hamburgers are also so easy to make, and full of flavor in every bite. They are so much easier to make than grilling, with much less prep work. Even if you make too many, we show you how to reheat burgers in the air fryer.
Ingredients You Will Need
Hot dog buns– Soft, fluffy buns that crisp up beautifully in the air fryer.
Hot dogs– Nathan’s, Ball Park, or Hebrew National Beef Franks all work great.
Variations
- Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs: Wrap a couple of slices of bacon around each hot dog and air fry until crispy, adding 2-3 minutes of extra cook time.
- Chili Cheese Dogs: Top with chili sauce and shredded cheddar cheese for a fun cheesy twist.
- Loaded Hot Dogs: Sprinkle with salsa, jalapeños, onion, and sour cream for a spicy twist.
Don’t forget to serve these hot dogs with fun sides like air fryer French fries or homemade beanie weenies.
How to Make Air Fryer Hot Dogs
STEP 1: Take the hot dogs out of the packaging and use a sharp knife to cut diagonal slits into each one so they can expand and cook evenly.
STEP 2: Place the hot dogs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
STEP 3: Air fry hot dogs at 400 degrees F for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp on the outside.
STEP 4: Using tongs or a fork, remove the hot dogs from the basket. Place them in the hot dog buns and return them to the air fryer.
STEP 5: Air fry again at 400 degrees F for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the buns are toasted to a golden brown.
STEP 6: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite hot dog toppings like ketchup, mustard, chopped onions, sauerkraut, relish, or BBQ sauce.
I make this recipe in my Cosori Air Fryer. Depending on your air fryer, size and wattages, air frying time may need to be adjusted 1-2 minutes extra time.
Tips
- Cut slits into the hot dogs: This prevents them from bursting and allows heat to reach the center evenly.
- Toast the buns: Adding the buns to the air fryer for the last couple of minutes makes them warm and slightly crispy.
- Use quality hot dogs: Beef franks tend to have the best flavor and texture.
FAQ’S
Yes! Add an extra 2-3 minutes to the cooking time, flipping halfway through.
If they are uncooked, opened hot dogs can last for up to seven days. If they’ve been cooked, keep them in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Place the hot dogs in the air fryer at 400 degrees F for 2-3 minutes until warm.
Are you new to air fryers? If you are, we have a great article about What is an Air Fryer. It talks about what you can make, how to use it, and more.
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Serve these delicious air fryer hot dogs with a side of beans and potato salad, and you will get the cookout taste, without the hassle!
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Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 Hot Dogs
- 4 Hot Dog Buns
Instructions
- Take the hot dogs out of packaging, then cut a diagonal slits into each hot dog.
- Place hot dogs in air fryer in a single layer. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 5-7 minutes cooking time.
- Once hot dogs are done, use tongs or a fork to remove from the basket. Place hot dogs in bun, then place buns into air fryer basket.
- Return hotdogs and buns to air fryer and air fry again at 400 degrees F for 1-2 minutes, until bun is a golden color.
- Remove from air fryer basket and serve with favorite delicious toppings, such as ketchup, mustard, or BBQ sauce.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I have a COSORI Pro III Air Fryer Dual Blaze, 6.8-Quart I see you have a 5.8 will my 6.8 change the times and temp any and if so about how much do you think i might have to change them? I am new to air frying and I love your recipes they are really easy to follow now I just have to get used to my air fryer. Any tips or helps you can offer me will be appreciated so much. Thank you again for your help and recipes.
Hi there Debra! It could change the times just slightly. If anything, you might have to add a minute or two just because of the larger surface space, but I beleive you might be able to use it with the same times as you have a dual blaze heating bottom and top, versus the 5.8 was only at the top. I bet playing with one or two recipes will give you the answer, but my opinion is MAYBE one or two minutes longer, if it’s even needed. ๐
Love, Love your hotdogs. Have made a lot of your recipes. So easy to follow, and to do them in an airfryer. Thank you and keep up the fantastic work.????????
Thank you Michael! We appreciate hearing that!