Learn how to make perfectly grilled bacon-wrapped hot dogs with crispy bacon and juicy franks. Great for BBQs, Memorial Day Weekend, and easy summer meals.

Grilled Bacon wrapped hot dogs on plate

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs are the ultimate upgrade to your summer cookout lineup. Crispy, smoky bacon wrapped around juicy hot dogs, grilled to perfection and tucked into toasted buns—this crowd-pleaser is as fun to make as it is to eat.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or just looking for a quick weeknight dinner with bold flavor, these bacon-wrapped dogs are sure to steal the show. Top them however you like—from classic ketchup and mustard to spicy jalapeños or a drizzle of BBQ sauce.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Hot Dogs – I prefer using all beef hot dogs
  • Bacon – Thin Cut is best here. It crisps up better than thicker cut bacon
  • Hot Dog Buns – Holds everything together
  • Toppings optional – Ketchup, Mustard, Relish, Chopped Onions, Jalapeno’s, Shredded Cheese,
    BBQ Sauce
Bacon wrapped hot dog ingredients: Bacon, Hot dogs, Hot dog buns on plate

How to Make Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs on the Grill

  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat (we dont want full heat here, we want to limit flare ups from the bacon)
  2. Wrap each hot dog tightly with once slice of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks (cut off extra bacon, and soak wooden toothpicks in water before grilling to prevent burning)
How to assemble bacon wrapped hot dogs on grill

4. Remove from the grill and lest rest for a few minutes and remove toothpicks

perfectly crispy bacon wrapped hot dogs on grill


5. Serve in a toasted bun with your favorite toppings! Enjoy!

3 bacon wrapped hot dogs topped with ketchup, onions, mustard, and jalapenos

Topping Ideas

This is where the cookout pros thrive! A dressed up hot dog is a good hot dog. We are already leveled up with the bacon but we can still do better! Cowboy Dog: BBQ Sauce, Onion, & Jalapeno.
Cheese Dog: Nacho Cheese Sauce. OG Dog: Ketchup, Mustard, & Relish. My Favorite: Ketchup & Onions

Expert Grilling Tips

  • Use Thin bacon so its crisps faster without overcooking the hot dog.
  • Keep the grill at medium heat to avoid flare-ups
  • Rotate often to ensure even cooking on all sides of the bacon
  • For extra flavor, brush the bacon with BBQ sauce in the last few minutes
  • Soak your tooth picks in water for 20 minutes so they are easier to remove
  • Try different flavors of bacon!

What to Serve With Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Watermelon, Chips and Guacamole, Classic Potato Chips, Potato Salad

More Summer BBQ Recipes

Grilled Shrimp Skewers, Smoked Chicken Legs, Chicken Kebabs, Grilled Avocado

plated bacon wrapped hot dogs with potato chips ketchup and mustard

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Bacon wrapped hot dogs on plate

Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs

Servings: 8 Hot Dogs
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Bacon wrapped hot dogs are grilled until crispy and juicy, then served in toasted buns with your favorite toppings. Perfect for summer BBQs and holidays.
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Ingredients

  • 8 All Beef Hot Dogs
  • 8 Slices Thin Cut Bacon
  • 8 Hot Dog Buns

Instructions 

  • Preheat grill to medium heat
  • Wrap each hot dog tightly with one slice of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks.
  • Place the bacon-wrapped hot dogs on the grill. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning frequently until the bacon is crispy and cooked through
  • Remove from the grill and let rest for a minute. Discard toothpicks
  • Serve over toasted buns and favorite toppings

Notes

Use thin bacon so it crisps quickly without overcooking the hot dog.
Keep the grill at medium heat to avoid flare-ups.
Rotate often to ensure even cooking on all sides.
For extra flavor, brush the bacon with BBQ sauce in the last few minutes.
Use toothpicks soaked in water to prevent burning on the grill.
Toast the buns on the grill for 1–2 minutes for added crunch.
Add melty cheese or grilled onions for a deluxe version.
Try spicy bacon or flavored hot dogs for variety.
Don’t overcrowd the grill to ensure even cooking.
Let the hot dogs rest briefly after grilling so juices redistribute.

Nutrition

Calories: 357kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 24g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 40mg, Sodium: 817mg, Potassium: 154mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 9IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 67mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Author: Fifteen Spatulas