Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

Perfectly cooked hot dogs, wrapped in bacon and cooked in the air fryer, are outrageously delicious and slightly indulgent!
5 from 2 reviews

Perfectly cooked hot dogs, wrapped in bacon and cooked in the air fryer, are outrageously delicious and slightly indulgent! Nestled in a buttery toasted bun, they have the perfect combination of texture and flavor, making them hard to resist.

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What makes these air fryer mummy hot dogs unique? It’s simple: bacon. When cooked in the air fryer, the bacon releases amazing flavor and juices that the hot dog absorbs, taking it to a whole new level.

With the perfect combination of hot dogs, crispy bacon, and the convenience of the air fryer, they’re the ultimate pigs in a blanket.

How To Serve Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs

Ohhh, this is where things get fun! You can’t go wrong if you go with mustard, ketchup, and relish classics, or load them up Carolina Slaw Dogs style! Here are more yummy toppings to serve with air fryer bacon-wrapped hotdogs:

Bacon wrapped hot dogs made in the air fryer with toasted buns are great for lunch, dinner and always a favorite on game day.

Ingredients You’ll Need For This Hot Dog Recipe

  • Hot Dogs – beef, pork, or turkey hot dogs can be used.
  • Bacon – regular cut bacon slices work best. Turkey bacon can also be used.
  • Buns – top sliced or regular hot dog buns work with this recipe.
  • Butter – to use on the buns.

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How Long Does It Take To Cook Hot Dogs In The Air Fryer?

Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and the timer for 8 minutes. Check the hot dogs after 6 minutes and turn them if needed.

I tested this recipe in a PowerXL and a Ninja 4-quart air fryer. Different models of air fryers cook differently, so I recommend checking the hot dogs near the end of the cooking time.

hot dogs wrapped in bacon being cooked in the air fryer

Tips For Making This Recipe

  • Do not use thick-cut bacon as it will take longer to cook and may not crisp up.
  • Wrap the slice of bacon tightly around the hot dog so that it stays in place during cooking. You can use toothpicks to secure the bacon if needed. Just remember to remove the toothpicks before serving.
  • Cook in batches and avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket so that the air can circulate around the hot dogs.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on the type of air fryer you have and the size of the hot dogs.
  • For leftovers, store the bacon-wrapped hot dogs in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, warm up the hot dogs in the air fryer and toast the buns.
  • No cooking spray, vegetable, or olive oil is needed in this recipe.
  • For easy clean-up, line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.
hot dogs cooked in the air fryer then wrapped in bacon placed in a soft buttered bun.

Commonly Asked Questions

How many bacon-wrapped hot dogs can I cook in the air fryer basket at once?

It is important to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. Cook the hot dogs in a single layer to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.

Can I store leftovers of bacon-wrapped hot dogs?

Yes, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, warm up the hot dogs in the air fryer and toast the buns.

Can I use any type of bacon for bacon wrapped hotdogs in the air fryer?

It is recommended to use regular slices of bacon rather than thick-cut bacon, as it cooks faster and crisps up nicely.

What To Serve With Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

These hot dogs are great for lunch, an after-school snack, and perfect for an easy dinner. Here are some of my favorite sides to serve alongside these dogs:

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

5 from 2 reviews
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 259kcal
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Perfectly cooked hot dogs, wrapped in bacon and cooked in the air fryer, are outrageously delicious and slightly indulgent! Nestled in a buttery toasted bun, they have the perfect combination of texture and flavor, making them hard to resist.

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 hot dogs
  • 4 regular bacon strips
  • 4 hot dog buns
  • softened butter

Instructions

  • Take hot dogs and bacon out of the package. Tightly wrap each hot dog with a strip of bacon. Place the wrapped hot dogs in the basket of the air fryer.
  • Set the temperature to 400 degrees and the timer to 8 minutes. Slide the basket into the air fryer and press the start/power button. At the 6-minute mark, check the hot dogs for donenss and turn if needed. At the end of the cooking time, carefully remove the basket.
  • Place one hot dog into each bun. Brush on softened butter (optional) and place hog dogs in buns back in the air fryer.
  • Set the temperature to 400 degrees and the timer to 1 to 2 minutes. At the end of the cooking time, carefully remove the hot dogs from the basket and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Do not use thick-cut bacon as it will take longer to cook and may not crisp up.
  • Wrap the slice of bacon tightly around the hot dog so that it stays in place during cooking. You can use toothpicks to secure the bacon if needed. Just remember to remove the toothpicks before serving.
  • Store the bacon-wrapped hot dogs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for leftovers. When ready to serve, warm up the hot dogs in the air fryer and toast the buns.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal · Carbohydrates: 30g · Protein: 9g · Fat: 12g · Saturated Fat: 5g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g · Monounsaturated Fat: 4g · Trans Fat: 0.1g · Cholesterol: 29mg · Sodium: 547mg · Potassium: 120mg · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 3g · Vitamin A: 90IU · Vitamin C: 1mg · Calcium: 73mg · Iron: 3mg

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  1. Can’t I wait until after I cook the hot dogs to take them out of the wrapper? That’s how we do it in california.

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