Instant Pot Hot Dogs are perfect whether you're trying to make hot dogs for a crowd or just a small batch for your family. This recipe is easy and low maintenance.
Recipe: $1.48 | Per Serving: $0.19 | Yields: 8 hotdogs
Cooking hot dogs in the Instant Pot is a favorite method of mine, especially during summer when I want to avoid heating up the house. It's perfect for frozen hot dogs and large batches, making it ideal for gatherings.
This method offers a speedy and satisfying way to enjoy the classic American treat, much quicker than traditional outdoor grilling. Plus, it ensures juicy, flavorful hot dogs every time.
Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or craving a quick meal, hot dogs are sure to hit the spot. I often use this method when planning park birthday celebrations for my kids; the hot dogs stay warm for hours!
Serve them with Dill Pickle Potato Salad, Old Fashioned Lemonade, and Easy Patriotic Fireworks Bundt Cake for a festive and fun summer meal.
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🍯 Why This Recipe Works
- The hot dog skin is crispier than boiling. Because you're steaming the hot dogs, they're exposed to more air than in a pot of water, so the skin can thicken nicely. Plus, there's no large pot of hot dog water to dispose of afterward.
- They're quick and easy. My two favorite words when it comes to recipes! All you need is hot dogs and water. A moment of prep and a little patience. Your meal is ready in almost no time at all.
- Great for large and small amounts. You can make one pack or several, and there's no change needed! Perfect for potlucks, gatherings, parties, and more.
🥘 Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
Hot Dogs- You will need some of your favorite hot dogs for this recipe. Feel free to use as many as you can fit into the Instant Pot, or as many as you need for your meal.
If you have hot dogs left over, make sure to check out my Hot Dog Fried Rice!
For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.
🔪 Instructions for Instant Pot Hot Dogs
Step 1: Place one cup of water into the Instant Pot and add in the hot dogs.
Step 2: Stack your hotdogs on a trivet or stand them upright in a steamer basket.
Step 3: Close the lid and seal the vent.
Step 4: Set the Instant Pot to High Pressure for 0 minutes.
The hot dogs will cook as it comes up to temperature.
Step 5: Quick Release the Pressure and open the lid.
Your hot dogs are cooked and ready to eat.
Serve as desired, and enjoy!
🍴 Recipe Tips
Small batches or large? If you're only doing one pack (8 hot dogs) then having the hot dogs stacked on the trivet as shown is preferred. For larger batches, standing the hotdogs upright in a steamer basket is better.
This is because you can fit much more in there and the best news- no matter how many you add to the pot, the cooking time does not change!
💭 Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! You can make a lot or just a few hot dogs in Instant Pot. For a small amount (like one package of 8 count), then do not change the time at all. For larger amounts, adjust the cooking time to 1 minute instead of zero.
Yes. You can use water, broth stocks, or even beer! All of them work great but just make sure you have 1-1.5 cups of liquid in the Instant Pot as that will help it to get up to temperature and cook properly.
After cooking your hot dogs and releasing the pressure, open the lid and place it back down. You can unplug the Instant Pot and have it "keep warm" for up to 2 hours. Note that the hot dogs may break or burst from prolonged exposure to the heat.
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📖 Recipe
Instant Pot Hot Dogs
Equipment
- IP Trivet or steamer basket
Instructions
- If only cooking 1 package of hot dogs, use the Instant Pot trivet to stack them in layers. 4 going in one direction and 4 on top going in another. If cooking more than one package, a steamer basket is recommended for standing them upright.
- Place one cup of water into the Instant Pot and add in the trivet or steamer basket.
- Lay the hot dogs down in layers or stand them up as described in step1.
- Close the lid and seal the vent.
- Set Instant Pot to High Pressure for 0 minutes. The hot dogs will cook as they come up to pressure.
- Do a Quick Pressure Release and open the lid.
- Your hot dogs are ready to serve and use as desired.
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