Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs
Ingredients:
4 hot dog buns
4 hot dogs
8 slices of cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
2 tablespoons butter (softened)
Optional toppings: ketchup, mustard, relish, pickles, etc.
Directions:
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the hot dogs: Slice each hot dog lengthwise (not all the way through) so they lay open slightly. You can also lightly grill or pan-sear them first for extra flavor, but it’s optional.
Assemble: Open each hot dog bun and place 2 slices of cheese inside (one on each side of the bun). Nestle a hot dog in between the cheese.
Butter the outside: Lightly spread softened butter on the outside of each bun just like you would for grilled cheese.
Air fry: Place the hot dogs in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap. Air fry for 5–7 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
Serve: Remove carefully and add your favorite toppings like ketchup, mustard, or relish.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~400 per serving