Description
Sizzling Oven-Baked Hot Dogs deliver classic American comfort with a simple twist. Home cooks can easily elevate this backyard favorite into a crispy, golden-brown delight perfect for quick family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Main Components:
- 8 hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
Condiments and Seasonings:
- Optional toppings (see notes below for suggestions)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by setting the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius), ensuring an even heating environment for the hot dogs.
- Select a clean baking sheet and carefully arrange the hot dogs in a precise, non-overlapping single layer to promote uniform heating and gentle browning.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the hot dogs to roast for approximately 10 to 15 minutes, watching for a light golden exterior and ensuring the internal temperature becomes thoroughly heated.
- Using oven mitts, carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, checking that the hot dogs have achieved a desirable color and warmth.
- Transfer each roasted hot dog into a soft, waiting hot dog bun with precision and care.
- Personalize your hot dogs by adding classic condiments like tangy ketchup, zesty mustard, crisp pickle relish, finely chopped onions, or melted cheese according to individual preferences.
- Serve the hot dogs immediately while they remain warm and appetizing, allowing everyone to savor the freshly prepared meal.
Notes
- Perfect for lazy weekends or quick meal prep when you want hassle-free hot dogs without firing up the grill.
- Baking ensures even heating and creates a slight crispy exterior that adds delightful texture to your hot dogs.
- Choose high-quality hot dogs for best results, preferably all-beef or mixed meat varieties with good flavor profile.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for super easy cleanup and no sticky mess.
- Customize toppings to suit individual preferences, making this a crowd-pleasing meal for family gatherings or casual parties.
- Always check internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety, especially when serving children or elderly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg