Description
This Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs recipe combines the classic flavors of a grilled cheese sandwich and a hot dog into a quick, kid-friendly meal. With melted cheddar cheese enveloping the hot dog inside a buttered bun, air-frying crisps the bread perfectly while melting the cheese, resulting in a gooey, savory delight that’s ready in just 13 minutes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 hot dog buns, split but not separated
- 4 hot dogs
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 8 slices cheddar cheese (or American cheese)
- Cooking spray (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the buns: Spread softened butter on the outer sides of each hot dog bun. Then open each bun carefully without separating the two halves.
- Add the cheese and hot dogs: Place one slice of cheese on each side inside the bun. Place a hot dog in the center, then top it with another slice of cheese to encase the hot dog in cheese.
- Close the buns: Gently close each bun around the hot dog and cheese filling, maintaining its structure for cooking.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F and let it preheat to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the basket: Optionally, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Air fry the sandwiches: Place the prepared hot dogs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking to achieve an even golden-brown crust and to melt the cheese thoroughly.
- Serve: Let the grilled cheese hot dogs cool slightly before serving to allow the cheese to set and avoid burning.
Notes
- You can substitute cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack cheese for different flavors.
- Press the sandwiches slightly before air frying for extra crispiness.
- Add a thin layer of mustard or relish inside the bun for added zest and flavor.
