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Grilled to Perfection: The Ultimate Western Bacon Hot Dog

June 30, 2023 By Robin 31 Comments

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If you’re looking for the ultimate hot dog experience this 4th of July, look no further than the Grilled Western Bacon Hot Dog. It’s a delicious blend of your favorite beef hot dog, wrapped in a thick slice of smokey bacon, then grilled to perfection. It’s then placed on a grilled bun along with a slice of American cheese, a crunchy onion ring, and some hickory smoked barbecue sauce. The combination will make your taste buds go wild.

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Western Bacon Hot Dog

Are you ready for some mouthwatering deliciousness? I’m about to introduce you to my all-time favorite burger: the Western Bacon Cheeseburger from Carl’s Junior! Picture this: two juicy beef patties, crispy bacon, gooey American cheese, crispy onion rings, and a tangy barbecue sauce. It’s a flavor explosion that will make your taste buds dance with joy.

Now here’s the twist. You see, the nearest Carl’s Junior is quite a drive away, so I had to get creative. One day, as I was whipping up some homemade burgers, a lightbulb went off in my head. Why not try making them with hot dogs instead? A bit unconventional, I know, but trust me when I say it turned out to be an absolute game-changer.

I have never been the biggest hot dog fan, but this hot dog version of the burgers blew me away. The combination of the beef hot dog, the crispy bacon, the melty cheese, and the zingy barbecue sauce creates a harmonious symphony of flavors that will leave you begging for more.

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THE WESTERN BACON HOT DOG

To create mouth-watering Western Bacon Hot Dogs, you’ll need a handful of enticing ingredients: juicy beef hot dogs, smokey thick bacon, creamy American cheese, crispy onion rings, flavorful barbecue sauce, and, of course, soft and fresh buns. These delightful hot dogs are an irresistible addition to your 4th of July festivities. Prepare yourself for an unparalleled explosion of flavors!

  • Beef Hot Dogs – Beef hot dogs are the ideal choice for the Western Bacon Hot Dog due to their rich flavor profile. Compared to pork or chicken hot dogs, beef hot dogs offer a more robust taste that pairs perfectly with the smoky bacon and tangy barbecue sauce. Additionally, beef hot dogs have a firmer texture that holds up well when wrapped in bacon, ensuring a satisfying bite every time.
  • Bacon – Thick, smokey-flavored bacon is ideal for the Western Bacon Hot Dogs due to its ability to grill up nicely, giving the hot dog a delicious bacon-y crust. Additionally, the thickness of the bacon provides the perfect balance between chewiness and crispiness, while the smokiness complements the flavors of the hot dog and barbecue sauce perfectly.
  • Barbecue Sauce – Hickory smoked barbecue sauce is best for the Western Bacon Hot Dogs as it adds a rich and intense smoky flavor to the dish. Hickory wood is commonly used to smoke meats because it imparts a distinct flavor that perfectly complements the saltiness of the bacon and the sweetness of the barbecue sauce.
  • Onion Rings – The onion rings on the Western Bacon Hot Dog elevates the flavor profile by adding a combination of sweet and savory taste notes with a satisfying crunch. The contrast in textures between the juicy hot dog, crispy bacon, and crispy onion rings creates a mouthwatering experience that will make your taste buds happy.
  • American Cheese – An iconic cheese that adds a creamy texture and mild, salty flavor to the dish
  • Hot Dog Buns – When selecting a hot dog bun for the Western Bacon Hot Dog, it is important to choose a hardy bun that will not fall apart once grilled and filled with toppings. A brioche or pretzel bun with a denser texture and slightly sweet flavor is an excellent choice, as it can withstand the weight of the toppings while providing a delicious contrast to the salty, savory flavors of the hot dog and bacon.

HOW TO MAKE A GRILLED WESTERN BACON HOT DOG STEP BY STEP

  • Prepare delicious onion rings by following the instructions on the package.
  • Wrap a strip of bacon tightly around each hot dog, starting at one end and working your way to the other end. Place the bacon-wrapped hot dogs on the grill with the seam side facing down. As the bacon crisps up, it will secure itself and you can then turn the hot dogs. Continue cooking until the bacon is golden and crispy on all sides.

Western Bacon Hot Dog

  • For perfectly toasted buns, place them face down on the grill, away from direct heat. Toast it for just 1 minute. Remember to promptly remove the bun once the minute is up to avoid drying out the bread.
  • Assemble and enjoy!!

HOW TO SERVE A WESTERN BACON HOT DOG

It’s super easy to assemble. Just grab a sizzling bacon-wrapped hot dog straight off the grill and pop it onto a warm, toasty bun. Top it off with a tantalizing slice of cheese, a crunchy onion ring, and a generous drizzle of barbecue sauce. As the hot dog and bun work their magic, the cheese will melt into pure bliss. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

HOW TO STORE

Keep your grilled hot dogs fresh by storing them in an air-tight container and popping them in the fridge for up to 4 days. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, just give them a quick zap in the microwave for 30 seconds on full power. Easy and convenient!

ALTERNATIVE COOKING METHODS

Skillet – Make delicious bacon-wrapped hot dogs in a skillet! Cook them over medium heat, giving them a turn now and then, until the bacon becomes golden and crispy. It’s simple and just as tasty!

Oven – It’s as simple as popping them in a 400°F oven. Just place the wrapped dogs on a baking rack and let the magic happen for 15 minutes. You’ll know that they are done when the bacon turns golden and crispy.

MEAL PLAN IDEA

Get ready to celebrate 4th of July in style with our awesome menu!


Entrée: Grilled Western Bacon Hot Dogs 
Side Dish #1: 7-Layer Salad
Side Dish #2: Chips and/or Baked Beans
Drink: Southern Sweet Tea
Dessert: Peaches & Cream Gelatin Salad

No matter what you pair these bacon-wrapped dogs with, they are guaranteed to steal the show.

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5 from 6 votes

Grilled Western Bacon Hot Dogs

A delicious twist on a classic 4th of July favorite. This simple recipe will quickly become a holiday tradition!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grilled, hot dogs, western
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 929kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 package onion rings frozen
  • 8 all-beef hot dogs
  • 8 slices bacon thick-cut
  • 1 package hot dog buns
  • 8 slices American cheese
  • barbecue sauce

Instructions

  • Cook onion rings according to package directions.
  • Wrap bacon tightly around hot dogs and place on grill, seam side down.
  • Cook for 10-15 minutes rotating occasionally until the bacon is golden and crispy.
  • Place hot dog on bun along with a slice of cheese, an onion ring and some barbecue sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 929kcal

So, if you are looking for a unique way to spice up your Fourth of July festivities, try the Grilled Western Bacon Hot Dog! Not only does it offer a great flavor combination that will have everyone talking, but it’s also incredibly easy to make. All you need is some bacon, your favorite beef hot dog, a bun, cheese, an onion ring, and some hickory smoked barbecue sauce. Once everything is cooked and assembled, you’ll be ready to go in no time. So this Independence Day – don’t forget about the Grilled Western Bacon Hot Dog! It’s sure to be the star of the show and give everyone something to remember when gathering together with friends and family.

TIPS

  • Place the bacon-wrapped hot dogs on the grill with the seam side facing down. As the bacon crisps up, it will secure itself and you can then turn the hot dogs. Continue cooking until the bacon is golden and crispy on all sides.
  • If you prefer steamed buns try this easy hack. Remove the wire twist tie from the package of buns, fold the open end under the buns, and microwave in 30-second intervals until the buns are ready.

What’s the craziest combination of toppings you’ve ever put on a hotdog?

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Published: 07/01/2019 – Last Updated: 06/30/2023

Filed Under: Food, Holiday Recipes, Simple Recipes Tagged With: grilled, holiday, recipe, sandwich, summer

Comments

  1. Nancy says

    July 9, 2019 at 7:32 am

    5 stars
    We just had hot dogs the other night! Now I want to make these!
    How delicious! Thank you for sharing!

    Nancy

    Reply
  2. Veronica Lee says

    July 10, 2019 at 1:29 pm

    5 stars
    Yumm!! Those dogs look amazing!

    Reply
  3. Jo | My Anxious Life says

    July 10, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    Wow, they look like a real guilty pleasure, yum! I’d definitely have some of that corn salad on the side, too! #DreamTeam

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 11, 2019 at 7:32 am

      They’re the best and the corn salad is family favorite.

      Reply
  4. Teresa says

    July 11, 2019 at 10:08 am

    They look delicious, thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned!

    Reply
  5. gina says

    July 12, 2019 at 11:31 am

    Oh man! I just told Hubby we were going to wrap our dogs in bacon next time we grilled! These look fantastic!

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 13, 2019 at 8:33 am

      The bacon adds the most amazing flavor to the dog.

      Reply
  6. Emily says

    July 12, 2019 at 2:04 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness, these look amazing! Thanks for joining in with #ThatFridayLinky

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 13, 2019 at 8:33 am

      Wait til’ you try them!

      Reply
  7. Of Goats and Greens says

    July 12, 2019 at 4:41 pm

    Happy summer! These look like a great outdoor weekend at the grill treat. Thanks for bringing them to Fiesta Friday!

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 13, 2019 at 8:32 am

      One of our favorite summertime treats.

      Reply
  8. Donna Parker says

    July 12, 2019 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    These looks like the perfect summer treat! 🙂
    Dropped by from #BloggersPitStop and glad I did. 🙂
    Hope this weekend treats you kindly. 🙂

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 13, 2019 at 8:30 am

      I’m glad you did too!

      Reply
  9. Donna Reidland says

    July 12, 2019 at 6:29 pm

    I love hot dogs and this looks like a wonderful and delicious variation! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 13, 2019 at 8:31 am

      We eat a lot of hot dogs in the summer, so we have to add a little variety.

      Reply
  10. Petra says

    July 14, 2019 at 5:04 pm

    I love a good hot dog and bacon is always a treat! A great combo 🙂 Thank you for sharing this with us at Fiesta Friday!

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 15, 2019 at 12:38 pm

      The barbecues sauce really brings everything together.

      Reply
  11. Jeremy@ThirstyDaddy says

    July 15, 2019 at 1:23 am

    I’d probably skip the onion rings, but how I’ve never thought of adding bacon to a hot dog is unbelievable. Definitely trying this next weekend #thatfridaylinky

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 15, 2019 at 12:38 pm

      It’s a favorite in our house!

      Reply
  12. Kirsty says

    July 15, 2019 at 8:51 am

    Yum yum! Thanks for sharing with the #DreamTeam

    Reply
  13. Miz Helen says

    July 16, 2019 at 7:07 pm

    5 stars
    We will really enjoy your delicious bacon hot dogs, yum! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and hope you are having a great week.
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  14. Linda says

    July 16, 2019 at 9:23 pm

    Hi Robin, thank you for sharing on the Classy Flamingos….You’ve been PINKED!

    Reply
  15. lisa says

    July 12, 2021 at 6:46 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! The whole menu looks amazing.
    I need to find your corn salad everyone is talking about!

    Reply
    • Robin says

      July 13, 2021 at 3:32 pm

      Thank you! Here is the link to the corn salad: https://flusterbuster.com/salad-recipe-corn-salad.html

      Reply
  16. Julie says

    July 13, 2021 at 6:44 pm

    This might be dinner tonight

    Reply
  17. Paula Short says

    July 2, 2023 at 8:48 am

    You had me at bacon. Lol. This sounds fantastic! Pinned 📌.
    Visiting today from Unlimited Linky 118 #90&91

    Reply
  18. Cindy Rust says

    July 3, 2023 at 10:33 am

    Bacon and a hot doy in the same bite?? 🙂 Omgooness this makes my heart happy! I’m excited to tell you that this post will be featured in Tuesday Turn About Link Party this week! Thanks so much for linking up and we hope to see you this week! Pinned 😊

    Reply
  19. Allyson @ Southern Sunflowers says

    July 3, 2023 at 2:23 pm

    Thanks for sharing your hotdog recipe at the #HomeMattersParty! You’ll be one of my features at this week’s party. Happy 4th!

    Reply
  20. Rhondda Mol says

    July 4, 2023 at 10:03 pm

    Hi Robin, These Ultimate Western Bacon Hot Dogs look super yummy! Thank you for linking up at our weekly Link Party! You are being featured at our Wednesday

    Hope to see you again next week! Rhondda

    Reply
  21. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

    July 6, 2023 at 4:01 pm

    I love the onion rings on there! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party – hope to see you again this Sunday!!

    Reply

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