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    Home » Recipes » Game Day Recipes » 17 Gourmet Hot Dog Recipes for Your Next Party

    17 Gourmet Hot Dog Recipes for Your Next Party

    Published: Feb 1, 2024 · Modified: Jul 29, 2024 by Jenna Passaro · This post may contain affiliate links.

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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!

    collage of gourmet hot dogs for hot dog bars and potlucks

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    • Fast and easy gourmet hot dogs
    • Spicy hot dogs
    • Gourmet hot dogs with bacon
    • Gourmet hot dogs in the Instant Pot
    • Gourmet hot dogs with pineapple
    • Gourmet hot dogs with Mexican flavors
    • Non- typical hot dog toppings with big flavor
    • Paleo & vegan hot dog recipes
    • Which dog will you try first?
    • The best hot dog recipes from Sip Bite Go

    Fast and easy gourmet hot dogs

    Puff Pastry Hot Dogs

    puff pastry hot dog with everything bagel spice

    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!

    Gourmet Air Fryer Hot Dogs with condiments.

    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.

    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.

    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

    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 at who needs a cape

    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 at bottom left of the mitten

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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…

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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.

    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

    Paleo & vegan hot dog recipes

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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.

    It means so much to hear from Sip Bite Go readers and I love seeing photos of your food! Don’t forget to tag me @sipbitego on Instagram so I can see how the recipe turned out. And sign up for the Sip Bite Go newsletter.

    Sip Bite Go readers also like these slow cooked sausage sandwiches.

    The best hot dog recipes from Sip Bite Go

    • Bacon wrapped hot dogs
    • Hot dogs and eggs
    • Air fryer hot dogs
    • Gourmet hot dogs
    • Hot dog tortilla “taquitos”
    • Smoked hot dogs
    • Puff pastry hot dogs
    • Sausage pork roll
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    Comments

    1. Dalene Ekirapa says

      August 02, 2019 at 4:35 am

      Yuuum! I felt like I just needed a bite. I love hot dogs and I’ve tried making them at home too. But wait…I am yet to try buffalo sauce! That should bring such a new taste to the hotdog. Hope I find some buffalo sauce over here and try that out.

      Reply
    2. Rosey says

      July 31, 2019 at 8:40 pm

      The jalepeno pretzel dogs are a good idea. That would be fun to make for a family get together.

      Reply
    3. fashionandstylepolice says

      July 31, 2019 at 2:18 pm

      I am loving the hot dog recipes here. My kids love hot dogs a lot. They could eat it everyday if I let them.

      Reply
    4. Viano Dee says

      July 31, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      Honestly this made me so hungry. I’m not sure which I’d first because they all look so good but I have a thing for spice so I guess the spicy one and the jalapeño one would likely be the first but I’d have bit of them all if I was given the chance.

      Reply
    5. Ourliveswithbella says

      July 31, 2019 at 1:35 pm

      Oh this is right up my alley! I love toppings on my hot dogs! To me that is the best part about getting a hot dog, all the amazing flavors are in the toppings. All of these options look so good too!

      Reply
    6. Samantha Carraro says

      July 30, 2019 at 12:40 pm

      Can you believe I’ve never had an hotdog in my life? They’re not really popular in Italy but these recipes look so so so yummy that now I must try them!

      Reply
    7. Gervin Khan says

      July 30, 2019 at 5:46 am

      I actually love all of these recipes. They are delicious and it makes my mouthwatering!

      Reply
    8. Jade Braham says

      July 30, 2019 at 3:32 am

      I just left a comment but I am unsure whether it worked. So just in case it didn’t I just wanted to say the amount of hotdogs you have on here is incredible! I love love love the idea of hotdogs with bacon and the pretzel hotdogs sound like perfect party food. 5*!

      Reply
    9. Jade Braham says

      July 30, 2019 at 3:30 am

      I think it is incredible the diverse range of hotdogs you have on this post! I love love love the idea of bacon and hotdogs….it sounds like heaven on a plate! And the pretzel pastry hotdogs sound like they would be great party foods! Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    10. TeamRyce Road3ps says

      July 30, 2019 at 12:16 am

      Mouthwatering! Wish I could have one now. You make me crave with your post. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    11. Michael says

      July 29, 2019 at 9:57 pm

      Looking forward to taste that buffalo style spicy hotdog.. All my favorite in one eating! My kind of food!

      Reply
    12. Wren LaPorte says

      July 29, 2019 at 8:52 pm

      The BBQ bacon hot dog looks amazing with the onion rings! So many different ways to do hot dogs. I am a huge hot dog fangirl!

      Reply
    13. joy says

      July 29, 2019 at 3:21 pm

      i love a good hot dog. i especially love your pretzel pastry mini dogs recipe and also the bacon wrapped dog!
      Joy at The Joyous Living

      Reply
    14. Komal says

      July 29, 2019 at 2:01 pm

      The spicy and Mexican hot dogs are right up my alley. They look amazing and so easy to make!

      Reply
    15. Jaana McEntee says

      July 29, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      Such a delicious mouthwatering post 🙂 My son is a Big Fan of the hot dogs, he already ran into the kitchen to see if we have ingredients to try out your recipes 🙂 Thank you!

      Reply
    16. Samantha Donnelly says

      July 29, 2019 at 12:16 pm

      Wow I never realied there was so much you can do with hotdogs, I started reading down the list and thought yes I like that one then another and another. I am saving this to spice up hotdogs when we have them next x

      Reply
    17. thesharonkay says

      July 29, 2019 at 12:05 pm

      So many delicious recipes! I pinned and can’t wait to try them out, just not sure which one to start with first.

      Reply
    18. Blessing says

      July 29, 2019 at 8:09 am

      Wish i can eat Buffalo Style Hot Dogs from my phone haha, this so sweet, keep up.

      Reply

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