3-Ingredient Hot Dog Cheddar Bites

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: About 32 bites

Ingredients

Preheat the oven.
- Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the filling.
- Cut the hot dogs into 1-inch pieces.
- Cut the cheddar into cubes slightly smaller than the hot dog pieces.
Prepare the dough.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles.
- Cut each triangle into smaller rectangles or strips, large enough to wrap one hot dog piece and one cheese cube.
Assemble.
- Place one hot dog piece and one cube of cheddar on each piece of dough.
- Wrap the dough around the filling, pinching the seams tightly to seal.
- Arrange seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each bite.
Bake.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the dough is puffed and golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Cool slightly.
- Let the bites cool for about 5 minutes before serving, as the cheese will be very hot.
Serve.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Add a slice of jalapeño for a spicy version.
Sprinkle with Everything Bagel seasoning before baking.
Wrap each hot dog piece in cooked bacon before adding the cheese.
Use cocktail sausages (Little Smokies) instead of regular hot dogs.
Brush with garlic butter after baking.
Substitute pepper jack, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella for the cheddar.

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze baked or unbaked bites for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, or air fry at 350°F for 3–5 minutes until heated through.

These bites pair well with:

They also make a great addition to party platters alongside wings, mozzarella sticks, pretzel bites, vegetables, or a bowl of chili or tomato soup.