14 Fun Hot Dog Recipes Our Kids Devour

Kelly R:  This genius recipe combines two kid-friendly favorites: hot dogs and grilled cheese! It's a gooey and cheesy warm sandwich that's hard to resist at any age. One of the best hot dog dinner recipes for picky eaters who need to branch out! From Spicy Southern Kitchen

Kelly R:  There are certainly easier recipes for hot dogs out there, but the extra time it takes to make the dough for these amazing pretzel-wrapped hot dogs is totally worth it! And since the recipe makes plenty, you can save the extras for easy freezer meals for later. We love sprinkling some of ours with everything bagel seasoning! From Let The Baking Begin

Kelly R:  My kids love this adorable little spin on a corn dog. They're easy to whip up and so versatile! Perfect for a school lunch, picnic or party. From Iowa Girl Eats

Kelly R:  Pigs in a blanket are a crowd favorite for game day, parties, a family dinner, or an after school snack! For this quick and easy hot dog recipe, all you need is a pack of hot dogs, some crescent dough, and maybe a sprinkle of poppy seeds (if you're feeling fancy). From Damn Delicious

Shila:  Make a vertical slice down the center of a hot dog, and insert a thin stick of cheese in the gap. I had this fun hot dog recipe all the time when I was much younger. To add a spin on it, wrap it up in bacon and grill up a crunchy bite. No extra condiments needed! These make awesome campfire dinners, too! From Amazing Ribs

Pam R.:  Not my discovery, but french fried onions on a hot dog is de-lish!!

Kelly R:  This chili dog-inspired pasta bake is an easy boxed mac and cheese hack perfect for a weeknight dinner. I love the addition of beans and tomatoes to make it one of the more well-rounded fun hot dog recipes. From Tablespoon

Alexandra F.:  I'm not one to eat hot dogs normally but for some reason this Peruvian fast food dish makes them taste extra delicious - even though all you do is toss them together with french fries! Since I first tried this dish at a Peruvian restaurant in NYC, we always use Nathan's hotdogs to make it, just as they do at this restaurant. And, also like the restaurant, we serve them with rotisserie chicken, Spanish rice and beans to round out the meal! From Peru Delights

Kelly R:  My family loves fresh pineapple on the grill, and it's one of the most kid-friendly ideas for hot dog toppings when a plain dog just won't do! As long as you've already got the grill fired up, it's easy to throw on some pineapple and onions for this fun Hawaiian-inspired hot dog recipe. Try it for an easy vacation meal, too! From Taste and Tell

Kelly R:  Slather your cooked hot dog with your favorite barbecue sauce and top with crushed Frito chips.

Sue Krawitz Tandoc:  Can't decide between hot dogs and pizza for a fun kid's dinner? Make both with this kid-favorite that combines hot dogs, pepperoni, sauce and cheese for a unique dinner twist of two kid pleasers! Your kids may eat more than one! From Real Housemoms

Michael Farina:  If you're feeling playful, you can make your regular hot dog into an octopus with two flicks of the knife. Slit the hot dog lengthwise, from its midsection to tip, leaving about a third of it uncut. Then roll it 90 degrees and repeat. You will be left with a portion of intact hot dog attached to 4 "legs" that will curl as you boil it. Feel free to decorate with mustard eyes and a ketchup smile. From Food.com

Tater tots sub in for tortilla chips for a spin on traditional nachos. Try this fun hot dog recipe for an easy dinner (or gameday treat) that the kids will go nuts for.

Kelly R:  This takeout-inspired fried rice is a quick and easy pantry recipe that calls for ingredients you likely already have on hand, but can be easily modified to use up whatever veggies are in your fridge or freezer. It's a great leftover hot dog recipe if you've got a couple hanging around after a cookout! From Delish