Get ready to transform your ordinary hot dog experience into a mouthwatering culinary adventure! These Hot Dog Filled Crescents are the ultimate comfort food that will make your taste buds dance and your family beg for seconds. Imagine golden, flaky crescent dough wrapped around juicy hot dogs, oozing with melted cheese and a tantalizing hint of mustard and ketchup - it's like a gourmet twist on a classic American favorite that's so easy even kids can help prepare!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package crescent roll dough
- 8 hot dogs
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles. Lay each triangle flat on a clean work surface.
- Pat each hot dog dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This helps prevent soggy crescents.
- Sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheese along the wide end of each crescent dough triangle.
- Place one hot dog at the wide end of each triangle, positioning it so it can be easily rolled.
- Drizzle a small amount of mustard and ketchup along the hot dog for added flavor.
- Carefully roll the crescent dough around each hot dog, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the pointed end. Ensure the hot dog is completely enclosed.
- Place the rolled crescents seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
- Sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top of each crescent for extra cheesiness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. The filling will be very hot.
- Serve warm with additional mustard or ketchup on the side for dipping, if desired.
Tips
- Pat the hot dogs dry before wrapping to prevent soggy crescents
- Use room temperature ingredients for easier rolling
- Don't overstuff the crescents - leave room for the dough to seal
- For extra golden color, brush the tops with an egg wash before baking
- Let the crescents cool slightly before serving to prevent burning your mouth
- Experiment with different cheese types like cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack
- For a crispy exterior, you can brush the tops with melted butter before baking
- Serve immediately for the best texture and melted cheese experience
- These are perfect for meal prep - they reheat well in an air fryer or oven
- Use quality hot dogs for the best flavor and texture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
