Cooking Hot Dogs In Oven
If given the chance, my 6-year-old would eat hot dogs every day without hesitation. I can’t say I blame him; these flavorful sausages nestled in soft buns are both satisfying and tasty. There are numerous methods to prepare hot dogs as well.
While he and his friends might be content with a boiled hot dog, I long for the sound of a skillet-seared, air-fried, or grilled version. Now, when I’m serving a group of hungry kids (and adults who are young at heart!), I bypass boiling and opt for the oven instead.
Here’s how to cooking hot dogs in oven that everyone in the family will enjoy.
Why Youll Love It
- They’re incredibly simple to prepare! Baking hot dogs in the oven is the quickest and most effective method for achieving perfectly cooked hot dogs.
- They’re ideal for serving a large group. You can prepare one or two full packages to satisfy a hungry audience.
What Is the Best Way to Cook Hot Dogs in the Oven?
Making hot dogs in the oven is incredibly simple.
- Oven setting: 400°F
- Cooking duration: 10 to 12 minutes
- Pan preparation: Use aluminum foil to enhance browning and facilitate easy cleanup.
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Hot dog preparation: Make a shallow lengthwise cut on each hot dog. This will allow them to slightly open while roasting, creating a space for ketchup, mustard, and all your preferred toppings.
How Many Hot Dogs Can You Cook in the Oven?
It’s straightforward: the number of hot dogs you can bake in the oven at one time is determined by how many people you are serving! You can prepare just one cooking hot dogs in oven or an entire pack. Unlike cookies, hot dogs won’t spread out, but they do require space for hot air to circulate so that the skins become crispy. Place the hot dogs in a single layer, ensuring there is 1/2 to 1 inch of space between each sausage.
What to Serve with Oven-Baked Hot Dogs
- Thin-cut Fries
- Barbecued Corn on the Cob
- Spicy Cajun Fries
- Quick and Gourmet Pork and Beans
- Garlic and Parmesan Fries
- Traditional Potato Salad
- Imitation In-N-Out Animal-Style Fries
- Traditional Beef Chili
Ingredients
- 1 to 8 sausages in a bun
- 1 to 8 buns for hot dogs
- Available toppings: ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, diced white onion.
Instructions
- Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat it to 400°F.
- Cover a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. With a paring knife, make a shallow slit (approximately 1/8-inch deep) lengthwise down each of 1 to 8 hot dogs. Place the hot dogs cut-side up on the baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced at least 1 inch apart.
- Roast the hot dogs until the skin turns brown and crispy, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165°F, which should take about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Move the hot dogs to a plate. Arrange 1 to 8 hot dog buns on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake until heated through, around 2 to 3 minutes. Serve the hot dogs in the buns.
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