Firecracker Dogs are one of those fun, low-effort recipes that instantly make any gathering feel festive. Wrapped in golden pizza dough served on a skewer, they’re perfect for holidays, game days, or anytime you want something playful on the table.
What makes these extra appealing is how simple they are to pull together. You only need a handful of ingredients, and the presentation does all the work. They’re especially great if you’re feeding a small group and want something that feels a little special without a lot of prep.
Helpful Tips
- Cut the dough evenly: Use a pizza cutter to cut the dough in even strips.
- Don’t wrap too tightly: Leave a little space between the dough spirals so the hot dog peeks through and cooks evenly.
- Stabilize your display: Use a jar or cup filled with something sturdy like rice or beans to help the skewers stand upright.
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Firecracker Dogs
Firecracker Dogs are one of those fun recipes with golden pizza dough and served on a skewer, they’re perfect for holidays, game days, or anytime you want something playful on the table.
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8 Servings
Calories: 121kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package hot dogs
- 1 package pizza dough
- ketchup and mustard for serving
- 8 long skewers
Instructions
- Unroll the pizza dough and cut the dough into 1/2” strips.
- Wrap a strip around each hot dog in a spiral, leaving some hot dog exposed.
- Bake at 375° F for 15-18 minutes, until the dough is cooked and golden.
- Skewer each hot dog and stand them up in a jar. Serve with mustard and ketchup for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 354mg | Potassium: 0.2mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 0.03mg | Iron: 1mg
Angie is a dedicated grilling aficionado who has experimented with a wide variety of techniques, equipment, and ingredients, to discover the endless possibilities of flavors and textures that grilling can achieve.