Firecracker Hot Dogs (Printable View)

Crescent-wrapped hot dogs brushed with butter, seasoned, and baked until golden, party-ready handhelds kids love.

# What You Need:

01 - 8 beef or turkey hot dogs

02 - 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent roll dough

03 - 8 thin slices cheddar or American cheese, optional

04 - 2 tablespoons melted butter

05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder

06 - 2 tablespoons sesame seeds or poppy seeds, optional

07 - 8 wooden skewers

08 - Ketchup, for serving

09 - Mustard, for serving

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Insert a wooden skewer lengthwise into each hot dog, leaving 1 to 2 inches exposed as a handle.

03 - Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles. If desired, lay a cheese slice on each triangle.

04 - Place a hot dog on the wide end of each dough triangle. Roll tightly so dough spirals around the hot dog.

05 - Place wrapped hot dogs on the lined baking sheet.

06 - Brush each with melted butter. Sprinkle with garlic powder and sesame or poppy seeds if desired.

07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the dough is golden and cooked through.

08 - Serve warm, accompanied by ketchup and mustard for dipping.

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This is the snack that gets even the pickiest eaters excited for cookout night.
They come together so fast, you'll have time to actually enjoy your own backyard party.

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Cheese can sneak out the ends if you wrap too loosely, so pinch the dough slightly at each tip.
Let the skewers soak in water for a bit if you're worried about them browning—no burnt tips here!

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Parchment paper changes everything—no more stuck-on bottoms or tearing.
A light hand with garlic powder gives you depth without overpowering the buttery dough.