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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Make quick and tasty Air Fryer Hot Dogs in just 13 minutes! Crispy outside, juicy inside, and easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time11 minutes
Total Time13 minutes
Course: Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Jamie Sherman

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 hot dog sausages (I used beef hot dog sausage from Sam’s Club)
  • 4 hot dog buns (I used hoagie rolls for a crunchy crust and soft inside)
  • 2 tablespoons butter room temperature, optional but adds flavor
  • toppings of your choice (see notes for ideas)

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  • Pat dry the hot dog sausages and score each one 4-5 times (no more than ¼ inch deep).
  • Air fry sausages at 375°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through. (I cooked mine for 8 minutes since they were large, reaching an internal temp of 140°F.)
  • Butter the outside of the buns.
  • Place the sausage in the bun and air fry for an additional 3 minutes at 375°F.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

📝 NOTES: Cooking times vary based on the air fryer brand, size, wattage, and type of sausage used. A hot dog sausage is fully cooked once it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
Lower cooking temperatures result in tender hot dogs with crispy but not tough skin.
Scoring sausages ensures even cooking.

🌭 TOPPING IDEAS

  • Mustard (yellow, stone-ground, or honey Dijon)
  • Ketchup
  • Mayonnaise
  • Sauerkraut
  • Grilled or raw onions
  • Tomatoes
  • Pickles or chopped banana peppers
  • Cheese (American, shredded mozzarella, or Colby Jack)
🥡 STORAGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Wrap individually to prevent the buns from drying out
♨️ REHEATING: Air fryer: 350°F for 3-4 minutes
Microwave: 30-40 seconds
Skillet: Medium heat until warmed through
Oven: 350°F for 6-8 minutes
❄️ FREEZING: Freeze cooked hot dogs separately from the buns
Wrap tightly in foil and place in freezer bags for up to 2 months
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Score the sausages lightly, not too deeply
Toast the buns for the best texture
Use quality sausages for more flavor
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Grill: 4-6 minutes, turning often
Stovetop: Sear in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes
Boil: Simmer for 5 minutes
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Chop and add to mac and cheese
Slice into scrambled eggs
Use in baked beans for added flavor

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 716mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg
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