Description
Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs are a quick and delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, combining melty cheddar cheese and juicy hot dogs for a satisfying snack or meal. Perfectly crispy and cooked in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for those craving comfort food made healthier with air frying.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 slices of thick bread
- 2 juicy hot dogs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for crispy, golden sandwiches.
- Assemble sandwiches: Place shredded cheddar cheese and sliced or whole hot dogs between two slices of thick bread to create your sandwich layers.
- Butter and season: Spread butter evenly on the outside of each sandwich slice, then sprinkle with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor and crispiness.
- Arrange in air fryer: Place the sandwiches inside the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overlapping to allow even cooking.
- Cook and flip: Cook the sandwiches at 375°F for 7-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure both sides become evenly golden and crispy.
- Cool and serve: Let the sandwiches cool slightly after cooking, then slice and serve with your preferred dipping sauce for a delightful meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add mustard or ketchup inside the sandwich before air frying.
- If using frozen hot dogs, thaw them fully before assembling the sandwiches to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on the thickness of the bread and your air fryer model.
- Use a toothpick to hold the sandwich together if needed while flipping in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
