Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with these irresistible Cheese Frankfurters! Perfectly baked frankfurters are stuffed with gooey strips of cheddar cheese and nestled into buttery, toasted hot dog buns layered with creamy mayonnaise, tangy ketchup, and zesty mustard. For an extra cheesy twist, each frankfurter is topped with bubbly, melted mozzarella cheese and a touch of fresh parsley for a flavorful finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for casual dinners or game-day snacks. Bursting with savory, cheesy goodness, these loaded hot dogs will be an instant crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike!
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Using a sharp knife, carefully make a lengthwise slit along the center of each frankfurter, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
Place a strip of cheddar cheese into the slit of each frankfurter, pressing gently to fit it snugly.
Arrange the cheese-stuffed frankfurters on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the frankfurters are heated through.
Meanwhile, lightly brush the insides of the hot dog buns with melted butter, then toast them in a skillet or under a broiler until golden brown.
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise inside each toasted bun, followed by a drizzle of ketchup and mustard to your taste.
Place one cheese-stuffed frankfurter into each bun, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the frankfurter.
Return the assembled cheese frankfurters (in their buns) to the baking sheet and place them under the oven broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, then serve immediately while hot.
Calories |
3888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 237.8 g | 305% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.9 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 8348 mg | 363% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.0 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.5 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 144.5 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2439 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 1622 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.