People Are Making Hot Dog Charcuterie Boards That Are Perfect for Summer BBQs
Updated: Jun. 29, 2022
This trend is pretty doggone great.
We love charcuterie boards, and with good reason—they’re quick, delicious and so easy to put together. People have come up with charcuterie boards for literally every season, from St. Patrick’s boards bursting with green, to festive edible Christmas wreaths.
Of course, the trends aren’t restricted to the seasons, or even to boards—we also saw “jarcuterie” cheese boards take off last year, with all the fixin’s for a charcuterie board stuffed into personal Mason jars.
The latest charcuterie board trend takes hot dogs, buns, condiments and even sides together on one snackable platter.
What Should I Put on a Summer Charcuterie Board?
You need to start off with the best hot dogs! If you prefer something heartier, or, you know, you live in Wisconsin, you can also start out with brats. Then, once you’ve got your hot dogs in buns, it’s time for everyone’s favorite part: toppings!
You can stick to the tried-and-true condiments—mustard, relish, onions, pickles and ketchup. Or you can stray off the beaten path with some unexpected toppings—like cheese, bacon or even teriyaki sauce. It could be fun to build a hot dog charcuterie that plays with regional hot dog styles, too.
If you want to make things easy, assemble your hot dogs and serve ’em up with sides like popcorn and potato chips, alongside some berries or peanut butter cups and jelly beans for dessert. No matter what you choose, you can bet these summer charcuterie boards will be delicious! By the way, if July is just around the corner, check out our guide to building a 4th of July charcuterie board.
Don’t forget to put together a barkcuterie board for your pup, too.
Hot Dog Charcuterie Board Ideas
You can find some crafty hot dog charcuterie boards on Instagram, like this berry-licious spread from @reluctantentertainer:
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Or this patriotic piece from @thebakermama that’s perfect for Fourth of July:
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So don’t wait any longer—it’s time to fire up the grill!
Mexican Hot DogsMy stepmom was born in Mexico and introduced us to hot dogs with avocado and bacon. We were instantly hooked. Now our whole family makes them. —Amanda Brandenburg, Hamilton, Ohio
These are America's best regional hot dog styles.
Fair-Favorite Corn DogsBring the county fair home to your kitchen with these summer-ready corn dogs. A tip for dipping: Pour the batter in a tall Mason jar and dunk the dogs to create an even coating all around. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Mini Corn DogsFor fun flavor, try this mini corn dog snack made with cornmeal dough. Serve a tangy dipping sauce. —Geralyn Harrington, Floral Park, New York
Old-Fashioned Coney Hot Dog SauceCamping and hot dogs go hand in hand. Roast some up over the fire, then top with this irresistible one-pot sauce. —Loriann Cargill Bustos, Phoenix, Arizona
Here are more hot dog toppings you haven't tried yet.
Sweet Hoosier Dog SauceIn our area of Indiana, we love sweet coney sauce on our hot dogs! Our town still has an old drive-in that is famous for its sauce. —Jill Thomas, Washington, Indiana
Indiana-Style Corn DogsOne of the best parts of the many fairs and festivals in Indiana is the corn dogs! My family loves corn dogs, so I fix them fairly often at home. —Sally Denney, Warsaw, Indiana
Barbecued Party StartersThis sweet and tangy hot dog recipe will tide over everyone until dinner. At the buffet, set out some fun toothpicks to make for easy nibbling. —Anastasia Weiss, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
Dogs in a SweaterFor a new twist on an old favorite, try these skewered hot dogs wrapped with breadstick dough and baked. They're fun to dip in ketchup, mustard or ranch dressing. The dressed-up dog recipe comes kid-tested from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Hot Dog Sliders with Mango-Pineapple SalsaFor parties, we shrink down lots of foods, including these quick hot dogs, to slider size. Pile on the easy but irresistible fruit salsa for a burst of fresh flavor. —Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio
Pigs in a PonchoFor pigs in a blanket Mexican style, we add refried beans and green chiles. Spice it up even more with pepper jack, jalapenos and guacamole. —Jennifer Stowell, Montezuma, Iowa
Party FranksThis tiny, tangy hot dog recipe haa broad appeal. I prepare it often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions. It's convenient to serve at parties since the sauce can be made ahead and then reheated with the franks before serving. —Lucille Howell, Portland, Oregon
Hot Dog PieA co-worker who loves hot dogs shared this hot dog recipe with me. Baked in a purchased pastry shell, the pie is easy to assemble and is on the table in just 30 minutes. —Amy Bullis, Henryville, Pennsylvania
Chipotle Chili DogsLong live childhood favorites! I created this hot dog recipe for the 125th anniversary of a small town in Minnesota. The medium spice level means that people of all ages love the flavors. —Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota
Rhode Island Hot WienersMany Rhode Islanders spell "wiener" with an ei and serve theirs all the way with meat sauce, mustard, onion and a sprinkle of celery salt. —Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
Originally Published: May 20, 2021
