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    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

    Published: Jun 19, 2023 by Keri Hix

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    Are you tired of plain hot dogs? Here is a recipe that is a real game changer. Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs are an easy meal to prepare for your family dinner, game day, or any social get together. 

    Hot dogs wrapped in crispy bacon in a bun on a white plate.

    If you love bacon take plain hot dogs to the next level with bacon wrapped hot dogs. Cooking them in the air fryer means that you can have an easy family dinner ready in short order.

    Your whole family will love this delicious dog recipe.  Everyone can top off their crispy bacon dog with their favorite condiments and favorite toppings.

    Table of contents
    • Why we love this recipe
    • What to serve with bacon hot dogs
    • Recipe Ingredients
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Step-by-Step Recipe Directions
    • Recipe FAQ's
    • Other recipes you might like
    • Recipe

    Why we love this recipe

    • Great Combination - With air fryer bacon hot dogs you get two great things! Juicy hot dogs with crispy bacon. Need I say more?
    • Simple Family Dinner - This is a super simple way to add a twist to a basic dinner item. Bacon and hot dogs are favorites for kids and adults alike.
    • Easy Clean Up - The clean up is minimal. By using parchment paper and lining your air fryer, the bacon grease can easily be cleaned.

    What to serve with bacon hot dogs

    You can always serve your favorite potato chips, French fries or Oven Roasted Potatoes. Or, you might prefer a salad such as Broccoli and Cranberry Salad, or Potato Salad made with red potatoes,

    Remember to use parchment paper and aluminum foil where recommended for easy clean up.

    Recipe Ingredients

    Raw bacon and a package of hot dogs laying on a counter.

    Ingredient Notes

    Bacon - For this recipe, use regular bacon not thick cut bacon. Also, depending on the thickness of the bacon, you may need 1 or 2 strips of bacon per hot dog. I have not tried this recipe with turkey bacon yet. 

    Hot Dogs - There are many different types of hot dogs. Just use your favorite brand.

    Other ingredients you may like to add:

    • Hot dog buns
    • Classic Ketchup
    • Yellow Mustard
    • Mayonnaise
    • Pickles or Relish
    • Jalapenos
    • Onion
    • BBQ Sauce

    Step-by-Step Recipe Directions

    We are going to start this recipe by partially cooking the bacon. This will help get an extra crispy texture of bacon without overcooking the hot dog in the air fryer.

    Raw bacon on parchment paper on a baking sheet.

    Step 1 - Partially cook the bacon. There are 2 easy ways to do this. The first is to lay the strips of bacon on a piece of parchment paper that has been placed on a rimmed baking sheet. Place the bacon in an oven that has been preheated to 350 degrees F. Cook for 5 minutes.

    The second way is to place the bacon between sheets of paper towel and place on a microwave safe plate. Cook the bacon for about 1 to 1 ½ minutes. Remember, all ovens and microwaves vary, so take a look at the next photo to see how the bacon should look when you wrap up the hot dogs.

    Hot dogs wrapped in semi cooked bacon ready for the air fryer.

    Step 2 - Take a piece of bacon and wrap it around the hot dog. This will take 1 strip of bacon, maybe 2, depending on the bacon and size of the hot dog. 

    Try not to overlap the bacon while wrapping the hot dog.

    Hot dogs wrapped in slightly cooked bacon on an air fryer basket.

    Step 3 - Place the wrapped hot dogs on the air fryer basket. For easy clean up, and depending on the type of air fryer you have, line the drip tray with aluminum foil for easier clean up.

    Hot dogs wrapped in crispy bacon on an air fryer basket.

    Step 4 - Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F. When ready, place the air fryer basket in the air fryer and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the bacon is crispy.

    Turn the hot dogs once during the cooking time.

    Bacon dogs in a bun on a white plate.

    Place the bacon dog in your favorite hot dog bun and add whatever classic toppings you like.  The addition of a crispy texture is a real game changer for hot dogs.

    Using the air fryer to make a delicious meal with simple ingredients makes this perfect for busy weeknights. 

    * Remember, all ovens, air fryers, and microwaves vary and cooking times may vary.

    Recipe FAQ's

    How do I make sure the bacon gets crispy when cooking the bacon wrapped hot dogs in the air fryer?

    By partially cooking the bacon first, you can make sure that your bacon will get really crispy without over cooking the hot dog.

    Can I cook several bacon wrapped hot dogs in an air fryer?

    It all depends on the size of your air fryer. You want to place the hot dogs so that they are not stacked or touching.

    How long does it take to cook bacon wrapped hot dogs in the air fryer.

    The hot dogs should only take about 10 minutes. However, all air fryers are different. Check your manufacturers booklet about recommend times and temperatures.

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    Recipe

    Hot dogs wrapped in crispy bacon in a bun on a white plate.

    Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

    Are you tired of plain hot dogs? Here is a recipe that is a real game changer. Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs are an easy meal to prepare for your family.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 Hot Dogs
    Calories: 239kcal
    Author: Keri Hix

    Equipment

    • 1 Air Fryer
    • 1 Oven or Microwave

    Ingredients

    • 8 strips Bacon or 16 strips if using 2 per hot dog
    • 8 Hot Dogs
    • 8 Hot Dog Buns

    Instructions

    Partially Cooking the Bacon in the Oven

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Lay the strips of bacon on a piece of parchment paper that has been placed on a rimmed baking sheet.
    • Place the bacon in an oven that has been preheated to 350 degrees F. Cook for 5 minutes.

    Partially Cooking the Bacon in the Microwave

    • Place the bacon between sheets of paper towel and place on a microwave safe plate. Cook the bacon for about 1 to 1 ½ minutes. *

    Cooking the Bacon Hot Dogs

    • Take a piece of bacon and wrap it around the hot dog. This will take 1 strip of bacon, maybe 2, depending on the bacon and size of the hot dog.
    • Try not to overlap the bacon while wrapping the hot dog.
    • Place the wrapped hot dogs on the air fryer basket.
    • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F. When ready, place the air fryer basket in the air fryer and cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
    • Turn the hot dogs once during the cooking time.

    Notes

     
    Partially cooking the bacon first helps ensure the bacon gets really crispy without the hot dog overcooking. We have shown you two different methods to try. Use whichever one works best for you. 
    * Remember, all ovens, air fryers, and microwaves vary and cooking times may vary.
    For easy clean up, and depending on the type of air fryer you have, line the drip tray with aluminum foil.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 0.4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 3mg
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    * Remember, all ovens, air fryers, and microwaves vary and cooking times may vary.

    * Remember, all ovens, air fryers, and microwaves vary and cooking times may vary.

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