Hot Dog Recipes

Our quick, easy hot dog recipes are quite frankly the best. We’re serving ’em grilled, bunless, in casserole, too. Here, you’ll even find creative ways to love the leftovers.

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How to Cook Hot Dogs: 8 Methods for Superior Sausages

Should you fire up the grill? Boil a pot of water? What about the air fryer? We share how to cook hot dogs eight ways.

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The Best Hot Dogs for Summer BBQs, According to Our Pro Grillers

Fire up the grill! Our Test Kitchen found the best hot dogs for your next cookout.


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34 Super Fun Hot Dog Recipes

Woo, doggie! These delicious hot dog recipes go way beyond traditional toppings.


Ranch Pigs in a Blanket

1 review

Who knew you could amp up the fun factor for pigs in a blanket? Sprinkle ranch seasoning on top before...


Chili Dog Baked Potatoes

1 review

These chili dogs are nestled in baked potatoes for a delicious and satisfying meal. They're perfect for a barbecue, but...

Vietnamese Chicken Banh Mi Sandwiches

1 review

My version of the classic Vietnamese sandwich combines the satisfying flavor of chicken sausage with tangy vegetables pickled in rice...


Our Top 10 Hot Dog Recipes

Make room on the grill, these hot dogs mean business. From scratch-made chili dogs to fresh salsa sliders, these hot...

The Griller’s Guide to America’s Best Regional Hot Dog Styles

From Chicago to New York, these are America’s best hot dogs.


Rhode Island Hot Wieners

4 reviews

Many Rhode Islanders spell "wiener" with an ei and serve theirs all the way with meat sauce, mustard, onion and...


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Hot Dog Mummies with Honey Mustard Dip

3 reviews

These flaky mummy sandwiches are instant party hits! The accompanying mustard dip adds just the right kick.


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Corn Dogs

16 reviews

Love fair food like funnel cake and corn dogs? Here is how to make perfectly golden, hand-dipped corn dogs at...

Slow-Cooked Smokies

14 reviews

I like to include these little smokies smothered in barbecue sauce on all my appetizer buffets since they're popular with...


Chili Dog Pizza

8 reviews

My girls love it when I make this mash-up pizza with hot dogs and chili. It’s a marvelous way to...


Hot Dog Sliders

1 review

Turn all-American hot dogs into a fun international treat at your next casual party. They get three special treatments in...


In-A-Hurry Hot Dog Dinner

In Niles, Ohio, Sandra Small combines sliced franks with plenty of green pepper, onions and tomatoes for this well-seasoned entree....


Beefy Chili Dogs

2 reviews

For years, people have told me I make the best hot dog chili out there. It’s timeless, it’s family-friendly, and...

Corn Dog Twists

5 reviews

Kids will have as much fun making as they will eating these cute twists on hot dogs and buns! Set...


Hot Dog Pie

10 reviews

A co-worker who loves hot dogs shared this recipe with me. Baked in a purchased pastry shell, the pie is...


Hot Dogs with Chili Beans

1 review

This was a recipe my mom used often when I was growing up. These hot dogs were a favorite summertime...


Party Franks

3 reviews

These tiny, tangy appetizers have broad appeal. I prepare them often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions. They're convenient...


Dogs in a Sweater

8 reviews

For a new twist on an old favorite, try these skewered hot dogs wrapped with breadstick dough and baked. They're...


Cincinnati Chili Dogs

7 reviews

My in-laws are from Ohio, so we have Cincinnati chili at many of our family gatherings. I spiced up this...


My Favorite Chili Dogs

8 reviews

The very thought of a hot dog dressed in chili makes me giddy. To get that straight-from-the-ballpark taste, I combine...


Pigs in a Poncho

6 reviews

For pigs in a blanket Mexican style, we add refried beans and green chiles. Spice it up even more with...


Hungarian Hot Dogs

1 review

Each American city dishes up hot dogs with its own combination of toppings. Toledo is no exception. We came up...

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Mexican Hot Dogs

2 reviews

My stepmom was born in Mexico and introduced us to hot dogs with avocado and bacon. We were instantly hooked....


Hot Dogs with the Works

1 review

"What screams summer more than grilled hot dogs?" asks Maria Regakis of Somerville, Massachusetts. She places hot dogs in buns...


Hot Dog Roll-Ups

7 reviews

Not only do my grandchildren love these cheese-filled hot dogs, they enjoy helping put the meal together, too. It's the...


BBQ Brats

5 reviews

In Wisconsin, brats are a food group! We are always looking for new ways to cook them. This recipe is...


Hot Dog Sliders with Mango-Pineapple Salsa

1 review

For parties, we shrink down lots of foods, including these quick hot dogs, to slider size. Pile on the easy...


Old-Fashioned Coney Hot Dog Sauce

3 reviews

Camping and hot dogs go hand in hand. Roast some up over the fire, then top with this irresistible one-pot...