17 Gourmet Hot Dog Recipes for Your Next Party (2024)

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Hope you’re hungry, because you’ve landed on a huge list of Gourmet Hot Dogs with Fun Toppings. Get ideas for a hot dog bar, grilled hot dogs, condiments, and how to serve hot dogs for a crowd or potluck. With these creative gourmet hot dog recipes, you can trade in all the classic hot dog condiments for fun hot dog toppings. Let’s get to it!

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Fast and easy gourmet hot dogs

Puff Pastry Hot Dogs

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See how to make puff pastry hot dogs.

Also see this viral chickle recipe and how to make sausage rolls

Simple Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Tasty air fryer hot dogs cook in only 5 minutes! See how to make ’em juicy inside, crisp outside, without any olive oil. A great air fryer recipe for kids.

Add on your favorite hot dog toppings like pickle relish, ketchup and mustard, and this classic might just be better than grilled hot dogs!

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Tortilla wrapped hot dog “taquitos”

Forget the bun, and the ketchup. Go Mexican restaurant style and serve these in flour tortillas with a side of sour cream and guacamole.

See how to make cheesy hot dog tortillas.

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Bacon wrapped hot dogs (air fry, grill, OR baked)

As the saying goes… Cheese, bacon and hot dogs… a match made in foodie heaven! (okay, no one has said that but this recipe makes it official!).

Just a few ingredients and your choice of cooking tool of choice: an air fryer machine, oven baked, or grilled. These tasty gourmet style hot dogs are ready to devour in only 20 minutes.

See how to make bacon wrapped hot dogs.

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Spicy hot dogs

Buffalo Style Hot Dogs

Forget your basic hot dog toppings. These Buffalo Style Hot Dogs will send your meal into a flavor explosion!

Buffalo Style Hot Dogs take the American classic dog to a new level. Pile on fun hot dog toppings like buffalo sauce, blue cheese and celery to make this version.

Get the recipe at cooking on the front burners

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Love buffalo sauce? Me, too! Try this sous vide chicken wings recipe or crispy oven baked wings.

Jalapeño Pretzel Dogs

These spicy Jalapeño Pretzel Dogs have a bunch of fun hot dog toppings. They’re crunchy from the French’s Crispy Jalapeños, and soft from the pizza dough.

I like to sprinkle a little celery salt on them for a gourmet taste.

Get the recipe atwho needs a cape

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Gourmet hot dogs with bacon

Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

Love bacon? Once you learn how to serve hot dogs with bacon, you may never go back. These ones are also packed with garlic aioli – a win-win if you like bold flavors. Serve these Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs with a side of cold beer.

Get the recipe atbottom left of the mitten

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Need some chips for these hot dogs? Check out these pan fried potato chips!

Memphis Hot Dogs

We already established that bacon is amazing. So for another thrilling answer to the age-old question of how to serve hot dogs with bacon… these beef hot dogs wrapped in bacon with a drizzle of BBQ sauce. You gotta try these Memphis Hot Dogs for yourself.

Get the recipe at bottom left of the mitten

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Homemade Gourmet Hot Dog with Bacon and Salsa

This homemade gourmet hot dog with bacon and salsa, topped with caramelized onions & cheese is a dream come true for your taste buds! Have you ever tried a gourmet hot dog like a Chicago dog?

If no, then you must do it soon!

Chicago dogs are in a different league than the ordinary hot dog street snacks! Often using specialty sausages & fillings that make your mouth water!

Read the recipe at my turn for us

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Check out these other crowd pleasing party foods.

Barbecue Bacon Hot Dogs

Here’s a hot dog with bacon recipe for the grill. These Barbecue Bacon Hot Dogs are topped with crispy onion rings. Oh yes. This recipe goes there.

Get the recipe at cooking with curls

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Gourmet hot dogs in the Instant Pot

Instant Pot Hot Dogs

Cooking gourmet hot dogs for a potluck or large gathering? What could be easier than making them in the Instant Pot?

Learn how to quickly whip up a large batch of hot dogs in the Instant Pot.

Get the recipe at melaine cooks

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Pressure Cooker Coca Cola Chili and Sausage Dog

So get this. These pressure cooker gourmet hot dogs are topped with a Coca-Cola Chili. Then loaded up with a bunch of hot dog condiments: ketchup, mustard, relish, pickled jalapeño, cheese, green onions, and diced white onion.

Read the recipe at The Forked Spoon

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Have leftover ground beef? Make this stuffed shells recipe.

Gourmet hot dogs with pineapple

Aloha Teriyaki Franks

Nothing says gourmet hot dogs like these tropical Aloha Teriyaki Franks. A major hit at potlucks and neighborhood block parties, everyone loves these pineapple inspired Aloha Teriyaki Hot Dogs.

Get the recipe at who needs a cape

See how to make 5 minute grilled pineapple slices…

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Grilled Pineapple Teriyaki Hot Dogs

Typical hot dog toppings NEED NOT APPLY. Leave the ketchup and mustard in the fridge for this dog.

The gourmet hot dog toppings on this one are grilled pineapple (also try smoked pineapple), roasted jalapeños and teriyaki sauce (there is a homemade teriyaki recipe in this guide).

Make sure to stock up on some sweet Hawaiian hot dog buns for these! It’s perfect for a luau.

Get the recipe at whitney bond

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Want more of that tropical feeling at your event? Try these Hawaiian BBQ Pineapple Meatballs and tropical drinks.

Hawaiian Hot Dog with Special Sweet-Spicy Yogurt Sauce

Pull up a large bun for this one. This Hawaiian Hot Dog comes with gourmet toppings like mango, pineapple, avocado, onions, and a sweet-spicy sauce. The recipe teaches you how to make the Sweet-Spicy Yogurt Sauce from scratch.

Get the recipe at easy cooking with molly

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Gourmet hot dogs with Mexican flavors

Tex Mex Hot Dogs

Forget traditional hot dog condiments. These Tex Mex Hot Dogs pair well with a margarita!

Get the recipe at turtles life for me

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Frito Pie Chili Dogs

These gourmet hot dogs are baked with chili and cheese – then topped with Fritos! Frito Pie Chili Dogs will be all the rage for a hungry crowd. Perfect for game day, tail gating, and making otherwise boring Tuesday night dinners exciting.

Read the recipe at the salty marshmallow

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Non- typical hot dog toppings with big flavor

Pretzel Pastry Pigs with Hard Cider Cheddar Cheese Sauce

One of the first ideas I became obsessed with when planning for Super Bowl were these pastry pigs wrapped in pretzel dough, quickly followed by making some kind of cheese sauce to dip them in. Cheese dips with beer are understandably very popular that time of year, but the idea of apples and cheese intrigued me. Could I accomplish something similar using a hard cider? The answer is yes.

Read the recipe at feast in thyme

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Coney Island Hot Dog

Here’s a great hot dog recipe for a potluck. It’s a classic Coney Island Hot Dog recipe with a beanless chili sauce, onions, and a homemade cheese sauce.

Read the recipe at krazy kitchenmom

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Love cheese sauces? Try this cheddar cheese beer dip. It’s great on hot dogs!

Philly Cheesesteak Hot Dog

Classic hot dog toppings are ditched for cheese steak sandwich toppings in this gourmet hot dog. Sautéed onions, peppers, maybe some sliced green onions, and thinly shaved flank steak are piled high on an all-beef hot dog to make this Philly Cheesesteak Hot Dog.

Get the recipe at taste and see

See how to make Philly Cheese Steak Pizza.

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Love cheese steaks? See my recipe for Philly Cheesesteak Pizza made with white sauce and sautéed onions and peppers.

Oven Baked Hot Dog

No grill? No problem. Chili cheese dogs can be made year-round with this easy Oven Baked Hot Dogs recipe. Loaded with chili, chopped onion, and melted cheddar, they’re crispy on the outside but soft and savory dogs tucked into fluffy hot dog buns. Lunch, dinner, pot lucks, even on Game Day with a side of air fryer chicken wings. these are perfect for almost any occasion.

Get the recipe at 4 son r us

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Paleo & veganhot dogrecipes

Paleo Pretzel Dogs

These Paleo Pretzel Dogs are homemade and feature a paleo hot dog bun substitute to keep your diet on track.

Get the recipe at a girl worth saving

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Vegan Chili Dog Pizza

This recipe is at the intersection of vegan gourmet hot dogs and pizza. That’s right. Try this new take on hot dog pizza. Vegan chili hot dogs are the featured topping of this dish along with dill pickles, non-dairy cheese, and mustard.

Get the recipe at cadrys kitchen

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Vegan Chili Dog

Vegan chili dog recipe is similar to the pizza above, but in a hot dog bun. All the fun flavors of three bean chili, non-dairy cheese, dill pickles, and mustard come together in a bun. Minus the meat.

Get the recipe at cadrys kitchen

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German-Style Carrot Dogs

Carrot hot dogs? Yes! Make them like this and you won’t miss the beef version. These gourmet hot dogs are pan-charred with smoky barbecue seasoning for a bold flavor.

And this recipe recommends serving the carrot hot dogs on toasted pretzel hot dog buns with spicy brown mustard, and a blend of sauerkraut and sweet relish.

I’m foaming at the mouth just thinking about them!

Get the recipe at this wife cooks

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Lentil Carrot Hot Dog

Quick. Tasty. Vegan. Pureed veggies and lentils give this gourmet vegan hot dog all the right texture and taste. Plus, they are gluten free!

Read the recipe at veggie dessert

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Which dog will you try first?

Let me know when you make your gourmet hot dogs! They’re a great break from the traditional grilled beef patty. Serve them with grilled wings or baked wings for an easy meal.

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FAQs

What is the most popular hot dog topping among adults? ›

However, we say: “You do you!” Whatever suits your taste buds and makes you smile, is fine by us. According to a recent survey, mustard is the most popular hot dog topping among Americans (68%), followed by ketchup (61%) and mayonnaise (19%).

Is mustard or ketchup better on hot dogs? ›

According to a recent online survey conducted by Harris Poll on behalf of the Council, nearly three quarters (71 percent) of Americans who eat hot dogs say they top their hot dogs with mustard, followed by ketchup (52 percent), onions (47 percent), chili (45 percent) and relish (41 percent).

Is it better to boil or grill hot dogs? ›

Avoid boiling your hot dogs.

Though they may look pink, most hot dogs are actually already cooked and technically ready to eat right out of the package. This means that boiling them for ages before throwing them on the grill is probably unnecessary, and it can suck the flavor right out of your dogs.

Is there such a thing as a gourmet hot dog? ›

An even hotdog typically refers to a regular or basic hotdog, while a gourmet hotdog is often a higher-quality and more elaborate version, featuring premium ingredients, unique toppings, and sometimes artisanal preparation.

What is the number one hot dog brand in the US? ›

Ball Park Brand is an American brand of hot dog and hamburger buns and patties made by Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN). In 2022, Ball Park Franks was the leading selling refrigerated frankfurter with 160.7 million dollars in sales. The hot dogs are made with 100% beef without any artificial color or flavors.

What city is known for hot dogs? ›

Chicago. Chicago-style dogs are some of the most well-known and unique hot dogs out there.

What spices are good on hot dogs? ›

In my experience, beef is the only meat that can stand up to classic hot-dog seasonings, like garlic, onion, paprika, mace, mustard, and coriander, and still maintain its bold, meaty flavor. The final choice is between skinless franks or those in natural casings.

What not to put on a hot dog? ›

Don't... Use ketchup on your hot dog after the age of 18. Mustard, relish, onions, cheese and chili are acceptable.

What is on a New York hot dog? ›

Unlike your typical hot dog topped with ketchup and mustard, the New York Hot Dog is topped with sauerkraut, onion sauce, and spicy brown mustard.

What condiment is never used in a Chicago style hot dog? ›

The canonical recipe does not include ketchup, and there is a widely shared, strong opinion among many Chicagoans and aficionados that ketchup is unacceptable. A number of Chicago hot dog vendors do not offer ketchup as a condiment.

What is the best tasting way to cook a hot dog? ›

Grilling was my favorite cooking method by far. Though boiling and microwaving the hot dogs took minimal time, nothing could beat the flavor, smell, and experience of grilling. I would definitely use an air fryer again, too, but only if I were cooking for myself. And next time, I'll try air-frying the buns, too.

Do you put hot dogs in the water before it boils? ›

Bring water to a boil. Add the hot dogs one at a time using tongs. Reduce the heat to the low setting and allow the hot dogs to simmer for anywhere from 3 to 6 minutes (the longer they simmer, the crispier they'll be). Once they're done, use tongs to remove them from the water and pat them dry with paper towels.

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