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Firecracker Hot Dogs

Ignite your taste buds with these flavorful Firecracker Hot Dogs featuring a spicy sauce and melty cheese, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Hot dogs Choose your favorite type—beef, pork, chicken, or plant-based.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot sauce Use your favorite brand.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Feel free to swap with yellow mustard.
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese Cheddar or pepper jack for melting.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions Can substitute with chives.
  • 4 pieces Buns Choose your favorite kind. Ketchup and mustard are optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grill, boil, or pan-fry the hot dogs until heated through and browned to your liking.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the hot sauce, butter, and Dijon mustard until combined and smooth.
  3. Drizzle or brush the spicy sauce all over the cooked hot dogs, ensuring every bite is coated.
  4. While still hot, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the sauced hot dogs, allowing it to melt.
  5. Finish with chopped green onions, and place the hot dogs in the buns.

Notes

Store leftover hot dogs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.