Description
These Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs are a fun, easy twist on two classic favorites! Featuring beef hot dogs, melty cheddar cheese, and crispy toasted buns, they’re the perfect quick lunch, dinner, or party snack made effortlessly in the air fryer.
Ingredients
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4 hot dog buns
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4 beef hot dogs
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8 slices of cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
Instructions
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Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Slice each hot dog bun open slightly wider if needed, creating space for the hot dog and cheese.
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Place one slice of cheese inside each side of the bun.
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Insert a cooked or lightly warmed hot dog into the center of each bun between the cheese slices.
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Lightly spread butter on the outside of each bun.
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Place the assembled hot dogs carefully into the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
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Air fry for 4–6 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the buns are golden and crispy.
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Serve hot, optionally with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
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Use thicker bakery-style buns for extra sturdiness and crispiness.
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Switch it up with pepper jack, mozzarella, or Swiss cheese for different flavor profiles.
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For extra indulgence, add a sprinkle of cooked bacon bits inside with the cheese before air frying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
