Description
This recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy classic hot dogs with a delicious twist — crispy skins and juicy insides, all made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfect for a fast weeknight meal or a game-day snack, air frying gives you a mess-free, healthier alternative to boiling or frying. Customize with your favorite buns and toppings for endless variations. Ready in under 10 minutes, this method saves time without compromising flavor or texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 hot dogs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 4 hot dog buns (optional)
- Cooking spray (optional)
- Your favorite condiments (mustard, ketchup, relish, onions, cheese, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Lightly spray or brush hot dogs with oil if desired.
- Place hot dogs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Toast buns in the air fryer or separately for 1-2 minutes.
- Place cooked hot dogs in buns, add toppings, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the basket for best results.
- Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model and preferred crispiness.
- Try splitting hot dogs lengthwise before cooking for extra crisp edges.
- Toast buns for added texture and warmth.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Snack / Main
- Method: Air fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg