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Cheesy Hot Dog Boats

Cheesy Hot Dog Boats: The Ultimate 30-Minute Snack Joy

Cheesy Hot Dog Boats are a delicious, customizable snack that blends gooey mozzarella with juicy hot dogs in buttery bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 boats
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Boats
  • 4 pieces Hot Dogs can be swapped for veggie dogs or roasted carrots
  • 4 pieces Hot Dog Buns baguettes or brioche can be used as alternatives
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese can substitute for lactose-free or dairy-free options
  • 2 tablespoons Butter clarified butter can be used for richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic use minced or powdered for convenience
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning may substitute with oregano or mixed dried herbs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the hot dog buns lengthwise to create pockets.
  3. Hollow out some of the bread inside the buns gently.
  4. Mix together melted butter, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Apply this mixture inside each bun.
  5. Place the buttered hot dog buns in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until edges are golden and crispy.
  6. Insert the hot dogs into the toasted buns.
  7. Top each hot dog generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1boatCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Toast buns before filling to prevent sogginess and experiment with different cheese blends for variety.

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