Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? Croissant Hot Dogs Just Might End The Debate

Forget what you know about a ballpark hot dog, and elevate it with this simple ingredient swap. We love the richness of a charred hot dog inside of a flakey and buttery croissant. Top it with mustard, and it tastes just like a pig-in-a-blanket—it’s your favorite finger food turned life-size! This recipe is super-flexible, and you can choose whatever toppings you please. From the classics like mustard and ketchup to something more creative like a Chicago dog, anything will taste delicious wrapped up in a buttery croissant. Enjoy this handheld delight with French fries or your favorite summer side dish!

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Yields: 4 servings

Prep Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil, for grill

  • 1

    (11-oz.) pkg. Nathan's Angus Beef hot dogs

  • 4

    store-bought croissants

  • Ketchup, yellow mustard, relish, and finely chopped white onion, for serving (optional)

Directions

  1. Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; preheat 5 minutes (or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat). Clean and oil grates. Grill 4 hot dogs, turning occasionally, until warmed through and charred to your liking, about 3 minutes per side.

  2. Meanwhile, slice croissants in half lengthwise, being sure not to cut all the way through.

  3. Place hot dogs in croissants. Top with desired condiments.

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