Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Mac and Cheese Dogs

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Mac and Cheese Dogs are a fun and easy dinner the whole family will love.

The bacon wrapped wieners are air fried until crispy and then placed on buns loaded with creamy mac and cheese and toasted to perfection.

Why This Recipe is a Winner!

• Two comfort foods in one – why choose between a hot dog and mac & cheese when you can have both?
• Kid-approved – feels like a fun treat, but secretly super easy for you to make.
• Year-round treat – no need to wait for BBQ season.
• Customizable toppings – load it up with jalapeños, BBQ sauce, or extra cheese sauce for your own twist.
• Fast weeknight indulgence – ready in less time than it takes to preheat the oven.
• Budget-friendly – uses affordable ingredients for maximum payoff.

This recipe combines two beloved comfort foods into one handheld masterpiece.

These bacon-wrapped mac & cheese dogs are kid-approved, family-friendly, and budget-conscious.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 4 wieners
• 4 strips bacon
• 4 hot dog buns
• Mac and Cheese Ingredients
• 8 oz macaroni noodles
• 10.5 oz condensed cheddar cheese soup
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don’t miss out on any important tips and tricks!

 Step by Step Instructions

 STEP 1: 

I started by cooking some macaroni noodles according to the directions on the package.

I drained the noodles and set them aside.

 STEP 2: 

I wrapped 4 wieners with one bacon slice each.

I placed the bacon wrapped wieners in my air fryer basket with the seam down to hold the bacon strips in place.

 STEP 3: 

I placed the basket in my preheated air fryer and cooked the bacon wrapped wieners at 380F for 7 minutes.

 STEP 4: 

While the wieners were cooking; I poured heavy cream, a can of cheddar soup, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder into a large pot over medium heat.

I whisked the ingredients together well.

 STEP 5: 

I added the cooked macaroni noodles to the pot and stirred until they were well coated in sauce.

Once the sauce started to bubble I reduced the heat to low.

 STEP 6: 

I added some shredded cheese to the pot and stirred just until it was melted.

 STEP 7: 

I scooped the mac and cheese into 4 hot dog buns.

I pressed the bacon wrapped wieners down into the mac and cheese on the buns.

 STEP 8: 

I carefully placed the hot dogs into the air fryer basket.

I cooked the hot dogs at 380F for 3 minutes to toast the buns.

Then the hearty mac and cheese dogs were ready to serve and enjoy!

Every bite is a perfect mix of crunchy, creamy, and cheesy textures.

Fair warning: once you make these, your friends will keep “just stopping by” around dinner time.

If you are looking for an easy weeknight dinner your family will go crazy for; then you need to try these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Mac and Cheese Dogs!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I make these ahead of time?

• Yes! You can wrap the hot dogs in bacon, store them in the fridge, and air fry just before serving.
• You can also make the mac and cheese in advance and reheat it when you’re ready to assemble.

How do I keep the bacon from unraveling in the air fryer?

• Wrapping it tightly usually does the trick, but if you’re worried, you can secure the ends with toothpicks — just remember to remove them before eating.

What toppings go well with these?

• Chopped green onions, jalapeños, extra shredded cheese, BBQ sauce, or hot sauce all make great additions.

Do I need to pre-cook the bacon?

• No, the air fryer will cook it through, but if you prefer extra-crispy bacon, you can partially cook it before wrapping the hot dogs.

 

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