Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs
Hot dogs, melty cheese, buttery buns… all air-fried to crispy perfection!
If you’re craving comfort food with a twist, these Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs are here to blow your mind (and save your time)! Picture a golden, buttery bun hugging a hot dog with layers of gooey melted cheese. It’s part grilled cheese, part hot dog, all delicious—and the air fryer makes them ultra crispy without a skillet in sight.
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 4 hot dog buns
- 4 hot dogs
- 8 slices cheddar cheese (or your favorite variety)
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- Optional toppings: ketchup, mustard, relish, diced onions
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
2️⃣ Cook the Hot Dogs
Place the hot dogs in the air fryer basket. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until they’re heated through with lightly crisped skins. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Build Your Grilled Cheese Dogs
- Butter the inside and outside of each bun.
- Place one slice of cheese inside each bun.
- Add a cooked hot dog, then place another slice of cheese on top.
4️⃣ Air Fry the Grilled Cheese Dogs
Carefully place the assembled hot dogs into the air fryer basket (don’t stack them!). Cook at 375°F for 4–6 minutes, or until the buns are crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5️⃣ Top and Serve
Take them out, pile on your favorite toppings, and serve hot! Think ketchup, mustard, relish, onions, or even jalapeños if you’re feeling spicy.
Quick Info
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: ~450 per serving
- Servings: 4
Pro Tips & Variations
- Cheese options: Try mozzarella, pepper jack, or American for different melts.
- Add-ons: Wrap the hot dog in a slice of bacon before air frying for a smoky upgrade.
- Kid-friendly: Skip the toppings and just serve with ketchup for a guaranteed win.
These Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs are everything you love about grilled cheese and hot dogs combined into one buttery, crispy, cheesy bite. Perfect for picky eaters and grown-up snackers alike!
Let the cheese pulls begin!
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