Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Air Fryer Hot Dogs are marinated in a barbecue seasoned goodness, then air fried to snappy perfection! The juiciest, snappiest hot dogs ever—no boiling required.
You’ll love this recipe because…
It takes 30 seconds to prep, feeds a crowd, and gives major cookout vibes without needing a grill. The BBQ-spiced marinade adds smoky flavor, and the air fryer gives that perfect snap.
These are tailgate-party approved, picky-eater loved, and reheat beautifully if you’re taking them to a gathering!
Ingredients
- 16 All-Beef Hot Dogs
- 2 TBS Olive Oil
- 1 TBS Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 TBS Barbecue Seasoning
Instructions
- In a zip-top bag or airtight container, mix the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ seasoning.
- Add in the hot dogs, seal it up, and toss around until every dog is coated in marinade.
- Let sit for 10–30 minutes (or while your air fryer preheats).
- Preheat your air fryer to 400˚F.
- Add the hot dogs to the basket and cook for 10 minutes.
- Shake the basket and cook for another 5–6 minutes until crispy and blistered.
- Serve on buns with your favorite toppings!
To reheat & serve later:
Place the cooked dogs in buns in a casserole dish, cover with foil, and reheat at 300˚F for 15 minutes. Add your toppings after heating. Great for taking to family dinner (hi, Mom & Dad 👋)!
Tips & Tricks
- Want a grilled taste? Use smoked paprika or liquid smoke in your marinade.
- Skip the air fryer? Grill or roast, just don’t boil—we want flavor, not sogginess.
- Make it a build-your-own hot dog bar with toppings like caramelized onions, slaw, cheese, and BBQ sauce.
What to Serve With
Pair these with:
Tools & Equipment
- Air Fryer I own and LOVE
- Zip-top bags or airtight container
- Tongs or silicone spatula
FAQ
Can I use turkey or plant-based hot dogs?
Yes! Just adjust cook time slightly depending on thickness and type. Now, I’ve never tried these, so I don’t know how those types of hot dogs cook up. Enter at your own risk! 😘
Can I make these ahead?
Absolutely! They reheat beautifully in the oven or air fryer. I made these on a Sunday, and saved four plain hot dogs that I did not put in a bun. They reheated fantastically in the air fryer! 400˚ for 5 minutes.
Can I freeze leftovers?
Totally! Just wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat at 325˚ until warmed through.
Air Fryer Hot Dogs
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 1x
- Category: main dish
- Method: air fryer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 16 All-Beef Hot Dogs
- 2 TBS Olive Oil
- 1 TBS Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 TBS Barbecue Seasoning
Instructions
- In a zip-top bag or an airtight container, mix the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ seasoning.
- Add in the hot dogs, seal it up, and toss around until every dog is coated in marinade.
- Let sit for 10–30 minutes (or while your air fryer preheats).
- Preheat your air fryer to 400˚F.
- Add the hot dogs to the basket and cook for 10 minutes.
- Shake the basket and cook for another 5–6 minutes until crispy and blistered.
- Serve on buns with your favorite toppings!
Notes
I loved making these hot dogs ahead of time, then taking them over to my parents’ house!
After the hot dogs were cooked in the air fryer, I loaded each dog into a bun in a casserole dish. When I arrived at my parents’ house, I put the covered dish into a 300˚ oven for 15 minutes. Some of the buns stuck a bit to the sides, and if I had put them on a rack inside the dish, they would not have done this. But! No one cared! 😂
