Air Fryer Hot Dogs – Plated Cravings

These Air Fryer Hot Dogs are going to be your new favorite method to prepare hot dogs.

The air fryer fries them rapidly and resulting in the right texture every, every time.

Okay, let’s be genuine. Hot dogs have never been hard to prepare. They’re basically supposed to be a simple dinner. But what if I told you they might be even easier?

Thanks to your air fryer, they can and they taste so good!

Quick cooking. No heating a pan. No waiting for water to boil. Just pop the hot dogs in the air fryer and they’re ready to go in under 10 minutes.
Perfect texture. Air-fried hot dogs come out wonderfully crisp on the exterior with a beautifully juicy middle.
Easy cleaning. No need to grease the air fryer basket. It’s practically clean even after you’re done cooking!

Ingredient notes

Here is an overview of the ingredients you’ll need for this recipe. Scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom for quantities.

• Hot Dogs – Use your favorite variety. Keep in mind that different sizes will cook at different rates. I prefer all beef hot dogs e.g., Hebrew National or Nathans.
• Hot Dog Buns – Any hot dog buns will work! I usually buy precut buns to make it easier and make sure they work for the size of the hot dogs you’re using. My favorites are brioche buns.
• Condiments – Feel free to load your hot dogs up with any and all of your favorite toppings and condiments. Get creative with it!

How to make this recipe

Detailed measurements and instructions can be found at the bottom of the page on the printable recipe card.

Whipping up some hot dogs in the air fryer is arguably the easiest method to prepare hot dogs. First, preheat the air fryer, then let it a few minutes to warm up.

Place the hot dogs into the air fryer basket or on the tray, then cook for 5-8 minutes. Turn once to make sure they cook evenly.

Transfer the hot dogs to the buns, then place them back into the air fryer. Cook for another minute to toast the buns, then place your chosen toppings on. So simple!

Expert tips for success

• Whipping up some hot dogs in the air fryer is arguably the easiest method to prepare hot dogs. First, preheat the air fryer, then let it a few minutes to warm up.

  Place the hot dogs into the air fryer basket or on the tray, then cook for 5-8 minutes. Turn once to make sure they cook evenly.

  Transfer the hot dogs to the buns, then place them back into the air fryer. Cook for another minute to toast the buns, then place your chosen toppings on. So simple!

Variations

• Classic: Keep it basic with a squeeze of ketchup and mustard and a layer of relish or pickles.
  Cheesy: When you toast the buns with the hot dogs, top each one off with a piece of your favorite cheese. Another alternative is to wait until you’re ready to serve, then shower them in your favorite nacho cheese sauce.
  Bacon-Wrapped: Wrap a piece of bacon around each hot dog before cooking, fasten it with toothpicks, then fry for 8 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
  Chili Dogs: When you’re ready to serve, top your hot dogs off with a ladle-full of Instant Pot Chili.
  Veggie Dogs: Vegetarian or vegan? Swap the beef hot dogs out for your favorite vegetarian flavour of hot dogs.

Recipe FAQs

Serve it with

The side dish possibilities for hot dogs are basically endless. Here are just a few of my favorites:

More topping ideas

The hot dog toppings don’t stop there. There are tons of ways you can serve them. Get creative with it!

Here are just a few more ideas:

• Onion – raw or crispy
• Slaw – this is my go-to slaw recipe
• BBQ sauce
• Bacon crumbles
• Mayonnaise
• Aioli
• Ranch dressing
• Hot sauce
• Tomatoes
• Jalapeño slices
• Sauerkraut

Leftovers

Air Fried hot dogs are tastiest immediately away, but if you do have leftovers, they may be saved in an airtight container in the refrigerated for up to 5 days.

To reheat, simply warm in the microwave or back in the air fryer at 350ºF for 3-5 minutes.