A guide for how to grill Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs. Hot dogs are a classic, but the bacon-wrapped version on the grill is even better!

When I think of summer grilling, hot dogs and burgers immediately come to mind. They are both classics. I decided to take classic hot dogs and take them up a notch by adding bacon. These bacon wrapped hot dogs on the grill are summer perfection! Let’s make them!

Why You’ll Love Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs on the Grill:

1. Bacon – need I say more? Crispy bacon combined with a juicy hot dogs is just perfection.
2. Quick and easy – it takes just a few minutes to elevate hot dogs with bacon
3. All the topping options – hot dogs by themselves are so fun because of the limitless topping options. These bacon wrapped variation is no exception. What are your favorite hot dog toppings?

I tend to buy the Hebrew National 100% beef hot dogs. They don’t use fillers or by-products, and they don’t use artificial flavoring. For a hot dog, that’s sort of impressive. We dipped these babies in smoky bbq sauce which complemented the smoky bacon just perfectly.

How to Grill Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs:

The method is simple. As long as you cook on a lower temperature, the bacon will crisp up perfectly. Here’s how to make these hot dogs on the grill:

1. Preheat your grill – around 400 degrees F is a good temperature.
2. Wrap the hot dogs – use one slice of bacon per hot dog. Starting at the top of the hot dog, wrap one slice of bacon in a spiral around the hot dog.
3. Secure with tooth picks if needed.
4. Grill – place the bacon wrapped hot dogs on the grill over direct heat. Grill for anywhere from 5-10 minutes, rotating the hot dog every few minutes to ensure that it cooks evenly.
5. Toast buns if you wish.
6. Serve with your favorite condiments. BBQ sauce is my favorite condiment to pair with these hot dogs.

Hot Dog Topping Ideas

Here are a few ideas of hot dog toppings. There are SO many options. As I mentioned, BBQ sauce is my personal favorite to go along with a bacon wrapped dog, but you can stick with classic options or get creative.

• Classic favorites: mustard, ketchup, relish, onions
• BBQ: bbq sauce, cheddar cheese
• Spicy: pepper jack cheese, jalapeños, spicy mustard
• Chicago Dog Style: yellow mustard, bright green relish, chopped onions, sliced tomato wedges, pickle spear, sport peppers, celery salt

Stovetop instructions:

If you do not have a grill, no problem. You can still make this recipe on the stove! Here’s how:

1. Wrap the hot dogs – use one slice of bacon per hot dog. Starting at the top of the hot dog, wrap one slice of bacon in a spiral around the hot dog.
2. Secure with tooth picks if needed.
3. Heat a large skillet, frying pan, or grill pan on the stove over medium heat.
4. Add the hot dogs to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, making sure to rotate the hot dogs every few minutes. When bacon is crispy, remove the hot dogs from the pan.
5. Toast the buns and serve.

Serving Suggestions

I love to pair grilled hot dogs with classic BBQ side dishes. Here are a few of our favorites:

1. Classic Potato Salad
2. BBQ Baked Beans
3. Macaroni Salad
4. Potato chips
5. Fruit Salad
6. Grilled Corn on the Cob
7. Onion Rings
8. Salad (with homemade ranch of course)

If you try this recipe, please leave a comment and let me know what you think. I love to hear from you!