The Ultimate Hotdog Bake: Six hot dogs in buns topped with melted cheddar cheese, chili, chopped red onions, fresh herbs, and a touch of sauerkraut, all arranged closely together in a white baking dish.

Here’s the thing about it; nobody is going to choose a hamburger or even a bacon double cheeseburger over this Ultimate Hot Dog Bake. Get ready to make your new family favorite. If you prefer chillin over grillin -THIS IS YOUR RECIPE. Soft buns layered with mustard and mayo, loaded with hot dogs, chili, melty cheese, red onion, sauerkraut, and fresh parsley, then baked until everything is warm, cheesy, and packed with flavor — this recipe is the ultimate comfort food casserole-style dinner. OR, If you want a little razzle dazzle Nashville in a bun you could also try MY FAVORITE, Nashville Sausage Subs!

Whether you make it and take it to the party or shake and bake for an easy oven-baked dinner, you are winning with this Hot dog, hot dog, hot diggity dog recipe! The buns stay soft but the outer bun get’s a crisp, the cheese gets perfectly melty, and every bite tastes like the best loaded chili cheese dog ever.

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A kitchen counter displays ingredients for The Ultimate Hotdog Bake: mustard, mayonnaise, canned chili, shredded cheddar cheese, beef hot dogs, hot dog buns, and sauerkraut, with a ceramic jar in the background.

Eight hot dog buns arranged on a checkered tray, each spread with mayonnaise and topped with a squiggle of yellow mustard; this is The Ultimate Hotdog Bake—though there are no sausages present in the buns.

Eight hot dogs in buns are arranged in a rectangular baking dish for The Ultimate Hotdog Bake. Some buns have mayonnaise, some mustard, and others both condiments. The hot dogs are ready to be served or cooked further.

A container holds eight hot dogs in buns, each topped with sauerkraut and a visible layer of mayonnaise or a similar spread. The hot dogs, arranged neatly in two rows, make for The Ultimate Hotdog Bake experience.

Six hot dogs in buns topped with sauerkraut and chili are arranged in a baking dish. The Ultimate Hotdog Bake features each hot dog neatly lined up, generously covered with sauerkraut and a layer of hearty chili.

The Ultimate Hotdog Bake features six hot dogs in buns, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped red onions, and fresh herbs in a white dish. Chili and other condiments are layered beneath the cheese for extra flavor.

A smiling woman in a floral top and denim skirt stands in a kitchen, raising one arm excitedly while holding Velveeta cheese. In front of her is The Ultimate Hotdog Bake—hot dogs topped with shredded cheese and other tasty toppings.

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The Ultimate Hotdog Bake features six hot dogs in buns, topped with melted cheddar cheese, chili, chopped red onions, fresh herbs, and sauerkraut, all arranged closely together in a white baking dish.

A hand lifts a chili cheese hot dog from a baking dish. The Ultimate Hotdog Bake features hot dogs topped with melted cheddar, chopped red onions, and fresh herbs; other deliciously loaded hot dogs are visible below.

A close-up of a hand holding The Ultimate Hotdog Bake—a chili cheese hot dog topped with melted cheddar, chopped red onions, and herbs, with more hot dogs in a dish below in a cozy kitchen setting.

A smiling woman in a floral top and denim shorts holds The Ultimate Hotdog Bake—a cheesy baked hot dog—above a dish of more hot dogs in a bright kitchen with white cabinets and flowers on the counter.

Tips Before Cooking

Spray the foil first

Make sure to spray the side of the foil facing the hot dogs with nonstick spray before covering the baking dish. This helps prevent the cheese from sticking while baking.

Don’t overfill the buns

You want the toppings packed on, but not overflowing too much so everything stays together while baking.

Use freshly shredded cheese

Freshly shredded cheese melts smoother and gives the best cheesy texture.

Add toppings after baking if preferred

If you like extra crunch from the onions or parsley, you can sprinkle a little more on after baking too.

🤔 Common Questions

Can I use different cheese?

Absolutely. Cheddar works great, but Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, mozzarella, or a spicy pepper jack would all be delicious.

Can I leave off the sauerkraut?

Yes. If you’re not a sauerkraut fan, you can skip it or replace it with jalapeños, relish, or extra onions.

What chili works best?

Any canned chili without beans works great for this recipe.

The Ultimate Hotdog Bake

Loaded with chili, melty cheese, sauerkraut, red onion, and classic hot dog toppings, this Ultimate Hot Dog Bake is an easy oven-baked dinner that’s fun, comforting, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Soft buns, cheesy chili, and baked hot dogs come together in one delicious family-friendly meal everyone will love.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

8 hot dog buns
8 hot dogs
Mustard
Mayonnaise
1 can chili with no beans
Sauerkraut
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Red onion finely diced
Fresh parsley chopped
Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat The Oven

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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2: Prepare The Buns

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Spread mustard and mayonnaise inside each hot dog bun.

Step 3: Add The Hot Dogs

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Place a hot dog into each bun, then arrange all the hot dogs into a 9×13 baking dish. (no need to use nonstick spray on the pan)

Step 4: Add The Toppings

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Top each hot dog with sauerkraut, chili without beans, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, and parsley.

Step 5: Cover And Bake

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Spray one side of a piece of foil with nonstick cooking spray, then place the sprayed side facing down over the hot dogs. For extra protection tent the foil a bit before covering the baking dish.
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Bake covered at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and everything is hot and bubbly.

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