Description
A quick and delicious recipe for Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs that combines melty cheddar and mozzarella cheeses with crispy toasted buns and juicy hot dogs. Perfect for a kid-friendly, easy-to-make meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 hot dog buns
- 4 hot dogs
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Ingredients
- Ketchup for serving
- Mustard for serving
- Nonstick spray for air fryer basket
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Prepare the Buns: Slice the hot dog buns open, but not all the way through. Lightly spread the softened butter on the outsides of each bun for a golden toasted finish.
- Assemble the Hot Dogs: Place one slice of cheddar cheese inside each bun, then add a hot dog. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the hot dog inside the bun for extra cheesiness.
- Prepare the Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray to prevent sticking and help with easy cleanup.
- Cook: Place the assembled hot dogs in the basket without overlapping. Air fry for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese melts and buns become golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove carefully and serve immediately with optional ketchup or mustard for dipping or topping.
Notes
- Swap cheddar cheese with American or pepper jack for different flavors.
- Enhance flavor by adding cooked bacon or jalapeños inside the buns.
- Use gluten-free buns to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled cheese hot dog
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
