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Mini Chili Cheese Dogs
These mini chili cheese dogs are a fun, (almost) bite-sized twist on the classic dish, combining sweet Hawaiian rolls, melty cheese, hearty chili, and hot dogs. Perfect for game day parties or a fun weeknight dinner – and the best part is they take less than 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini chili cheese dogs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 ounce package sweet Hawaiian rolls
- 4 all beef hot dogs
- 8 slices of mild cheddar
- 3 ounces shredded mild cheddar
- 1 cup chili (homemade or storebought)
- diced white onion and sliced green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook hot dogs by preferred method – I recommend air frying them!
- Slice Hawaiian rolls apart and place them in a 9×13 baking dish.
- Slice the rolls down the middle on the long side of the rolls.
- Place 2 slices of cheese into each row of rolls, folding it in half slightly so it fits in the slit.
- Slice hot dogs into thirds and place a third in each roll.
- Top with chili and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through and the cheese on top is melted.
- Garnish with diced onion and sliced green onion and enjoy!
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Notes
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- Use Fresh Rolls: Fresh Hawaiian rolls ensure the best texture and flavor. You can use another brand if you like or any rolls called “slider rolls”.
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- Customize the Toppings: Add jalapeños, pickled red onion, sour cream, or your favorite chili toppings for extra flavor.
Find it online: https://midwestfoodieblog.com/mini-chili-cheese-dogs/
