Mac and Cheese Stuffed Hot Dogs (Printable)

Hot dogs filled with creamy macaroni and cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly. Playful comfort food for any gathering.

# Components:

→ Pasta and Cheese Sauce

01 - 1 cup elbow macaroni
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
04 - 0.75 cup whole milk
05 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
07 - 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Hot Dogs

08 - 6 large hot dog sausages
09 - 6 hot dog buns

→ Optional Toppings

10 - 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
12 - 2 tablespoons crispy fried onions

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
04 - Remove saucepan from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until fully coated.
06 - Slice each hot dog sausage lengthwise down the center, being careful not to cut all the way through, creating a pocket.
07 - Fill each hot dog with a generous spoonful of mac and cheese.
08 - Place the stuffed hot dogs in buns and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle each with extra shredded cheddar if desired.
09 - Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the hot dogs are heated through.
10 - Garnish with chives and crispy fried onions before serving, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple pantry and refrigerator staples
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Kid approved while still sophisticated enough for adults
  • Perfect for game days or casual entertaining
02 -
  • Can be assembled up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated before baking
  • Perfect for using leftover homemade mac and cheese
  • Each serving provides a complete protein carb combination
  • Excellent choice for feeding a crowd on a budget
03 -
  • Always grate your own cheese rather than using pre-shredded varieties which contain anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting
  • For the ultimate cheese pull use a combination of cheddar and mozzarella in your mac and cheese
  • Rest the stuffed hot dogs for 3 minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set slightly making them easier to handle

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