Unleash your culinary creativity with these DIY hot dog spirals filled with pastry dough—a fun twist on a classic snack that’s as delicious as it is delightful. Check out the video and follow the easy steps below to create a tasty treat that’s perfect for grad parties or any festive gathering.
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
- Hot dogs
- Pre-made pastry dough (thawed if frozen)
- Wooden skewers
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step 2: Prepare the Hot Dogs
Start by cutting each hot dog in half and mounting the pieces on wooden skewers. Now carefully cut each hot dog into a spiral by holding your knife at an angle and rotating the hot dog as you slice it, creating a gap between each spiral. Be sure to cut all the way through to create individual spirals but leave the hot dog intact enough to maintain its shape.
Step 3: Fill with Pastry Dough
Take your pre-made pastry dough and cut it into thin strips. Gently stretch each strip and wind it around the hot dog, filling the gaps created by the spiral cut. The pastry should sit snugly within the spiral grooves, not too tight to prevent it from puffing up nicely. Lastly, brush some melted butter on the pastry section of each spiral.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Preheat your oven as per the pastry dough package instructions, usually around 375°F (190°C). Place the prepared spirals on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they're not touching. Bake in the oven until the hot dogs are heated through and the pastry is golden brown and puffed up, approximately 15-20 minutes.
Step 6: Serving Your Spirals
Let your hot dog spirals cool slightly before serving. For extra fun, place Styrofoam blocks and decorative packing paper in a decorative container and serve the spirals standing up. They're best enjoyed warm, with your favorite condiments on the side for dipping. Mustard, ketchup, or even a creamy cheese sauce can be perfect accompaniments.
