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Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs

Gooey, cheesy grilled cheese sandwiches wrapping juicy hot dogs, cooked to crispy perfection in your air fryer. A quick, healthier, and flavorful lunch or dinner!
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Hot Dogs
  • 4 Hot Dogs
  • 4 Hot Dog Buns
For the Grilled Cheese Wrap
  • 8 Slices of Bread (white, wheat, or your favorite!)
  • 4 Tablespoons Butter softened
  • 8 Slices Cheddar Cheese (or your preferred cheese)

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

  1. Prep the Buns: Lightly toast the hot dog buns to provide a sturdy base.
    4 Hot Dog Buns
  2. Butter the Bread: Spread softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
    8 Slices of Bread, 4 Tablespoons Butter
  3. Assemble the Grilled Cheese: Place four slices of bread, butter-side down, on a clean surface. Top each with two slices of cheese. Place a hot dog on top of the cheese on each. Cover each with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
    4 Hot Dogs, 8 Slices of Bread, 8 Slices Cheddar Cheese
  4. Air Fry: Carefully place the assembled Air Fryer Grilled Cheese Hot Dogs in the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to do this in batches.
  5. Cook: Air fry at 370°F (188°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
  6. Serve: Remove carefully from the air fryer and place each grilled cheese hot dog into a toasted bun. Serve immediately and enjoy!
    4 Hot Dog Buns