Hot Dog Roll-Ups

Hot dog roll-ups were the first thing I learned to make when I wanted to feel like I was cooking something from scratch without actually doing much at all. I was a teenager just getting into the kitchen and the combo of flaky golden pastry and melty cheese wrapped around a juicy hot dog felt like pure magic after one bite.

Now I make them anytime I need a fast crowd-pleaser for game day gatherings or easy weeknight dinners. They’re simple to prep fun to serve and always a hit with kids and adults alike because who can resist that crispy outside and cheesy center?

Ingredients

• Here’s what I use for this recipe. You can always make substitutions if you prefer!
• Puff pastry sheets – The flaky golden wrap that makes each bite buttery and crisp
• Hot dogs – The star inside that brings savory juicy flavor
• Cheddar cheese – Melts perfectly and adds sharp richness
• Egg – Helps seal the edges and gives that glossy golden finish on top

Tools You’ll Need

• Baking sheet – The surface for baking these roll-ups to perfection
• Parchment paper – Keeps the roll-ups from sticking and makes cleanup easy
• Sharp knife or pizza cutter – To slice the pastry into sections
• Pastry brush – For brushing egg wash onto the tops
• Oven – Bakes everything evenly and turns the pastry golden brown
• Cooling rack – Optional but helps keep the bottoms from getting soggy

Instructions

Step 1:

I preheat my oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper so I’m ready to go once everything is wrapped.

Step 2:

I roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into rectangles wide enough to wrap around a hot dog.

Step 3:

I place a slice of cheddar cheese and a hot dog on one end of the rectangle then roll it up gently but tightly and seal the edge with a little water.

Step 4:

Once all the hot dogs are wrapped I place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5:

I whisk an egg and brush it lightly over the tops of each roll-up to give them that beautiful shine after baking.

Step 6:

I bake them in the oven for 18 to 20 minutes until the puff pastry is golden brown and fully puffed.

Step 7:

I let them cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid molten cheese burns and to let the pastry crisp up even more.

Tips

If you like extra crispy bottoms bake them directly on a hot baking sheet. I sometimes sprinkle sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top after the egg wash for texture. You can also switch out the cheese with pepper jack or mozzarella for a different twist.

Ways to Serve

These hot dog roll-ups are perfect as a fun main dish with a side of fries or veggies or sliced up for a party appetizer. Serve them with ketchup mustard honey mustard or even spicy mayo for dipping to make them even more irresistible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Hot Dog Roll-Ups ahead of time?

Yes you can prep them a few hours early and bake just before serving or reheat them in the oven to keep them crispy.

Can I freeze them?

Absolutely! Assemble and freeze unbaked roll-ups then bake from frozen adding a few extra minutes.

Can I use crescent roll dough instead of puff pastry?

Yes and they’ll be just as tasty though slightly softer in texture.

See You in the Kitchen

I hope you give these Hot Dog Roll-Ups a try because they’re one of the easiest ways to bring smiles to the table. They’re flaky cheesy golden and just plain fun—perfect for busy nights or casual gatherings.

Happy Cooking!

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