Cooking Hot Dogs in Bulk {Crock Pot}
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Cooking hot dogs in bulk is very easy in a Crock Pot. Learning how to use a slow cooker to steam hot dogs is a great tip for parties and potlucks.
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How to Cook Hot Dogs in a Slow Cooker
Cris here. The other day I was flipping through Gooseberry Patch’s Busy Day Slow Cooking and I saw a recipe for Steamed Hot Dogs from Erin Brock of Charleston, WV and I knew that we could use our favorite potluck slow cooker— Big Bertha– to crock up a huge batch of hot dogs and send them into work with Mikey. He of course made a video of this super complicated recipe ;).
Cooking Hot Dogs in Bulk Notes
- We put 20 hot dogs in each of our 2.5 qt crocks, but you can place as many that will fit. The original recipe from Gooseberry Patch’s Busy Day Slow Cooking says up to 60, but you could even do more depending on the size of your slow cooker.
- We like to place hot dogs in the two outside slow cookers and then place a topping or dip in the center for parties (see the bottom of this post for the center crock recipe!). This is just perfect for backyard BBQs and parties.
- You can cook this on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1-2. Once cooked through, I would flip your slow cooker to a warm setting for serving.
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- As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. As a result, your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.ย The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
- All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldย always be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.
Crock Pot Hot Dogs
Cooking Hot Dogs in Bulk {Crock Pot}
Cooking hot dogs in bulk is very easy in a Crock Pot. Learning how to use a slow cooker to steam hot dogs is a great tip for parties and potlucks. So easy!
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Servings: 20 -60
Calories: 111kcal
Ingredients
- 40 Hot Dogs
- Hot Dog Buns
- Garnish: Shredded Cheese Onion, Ketchup, Pickles, Relish, etc.
Instructions
- Place hot dogs in slow cooker and close lid.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1-2 hours.
- Turn to warm to keep warm while serving.
Video
Notes
- We put 20 hot dogs in each of our 2.5 qt crocks, but you can place as many that will fit. The original recipe from Gooseberry Patch’s Busy Day Slow Cooking says up to 60, but you could even do more depending on the size of your slow cooker.
- We like to place hot dogs in the two outside slow cookers and then place a topping or dip in the center for parties (see the bottom of this post for the center crock recipe!). This is just perfect for backyard BBQs and parties.
- You can cook this on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1-2. Once cooked through, I would flip your slow cooker to a warm setting for serving.
- Looking for more recipes? Ourย Recipe Finderย can help you find exactly what you need.
- Check out all our favorite recommendations for cookbooks, slow cookers and low carb essentials in ourย Amazon Influencer Shop.
- As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly. As a result, your nutritional content depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.ย The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
- All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldย always be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 66mg | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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Serve Your Cooked Hot Dogs with These Toppings
Here the video with the center crock reveal… shh!
We recommend serving with these side dishes:
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Perfect and easy. We added a 1/4 c of water to the slow cooker.
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Cris,about steamed dogs. In Quebec Lesters make a dog just for steaming. In French Canada they are called Hot Dog Steame ( with an accent ). When steamed they bulge out , out the ends of the bun , a appetizing meal . Another delight I found is a ” Pogo ” like your corn dog but home made.A chip stand in Sturgeon Falls, Northern Ontario take a weiner , insert stick , dip in home made batter and deep fry upright , ask if you want mustard then paint on a light coat of mustard , all over. Sales as of 10 years ago, for only 8 months. 30,000 units. Yes 30,000 and growing. Profit?????????? Enjoy.
Were the hot dogs frozen or do they need to be thawed first? Thanks!
Hi Lisa!
Ours were not frozen. Hope that helps!
Enjoy!
Did you have to put any bit of liquid in for the hot dogs to not stick and burn?
Hi Lisa!
We didn’t put any water in or have problems with the hot dogs sticking or burning. I hope you enjoy this as much as we do!
Aunt Lou
Did you add water to the crockpot?
Hi Lakeisha-
No water needed. Enjoy!
Hi Bev! It will be up by Friday… or most likely by Thursday afternoon ?
Where is the other vi deo that shows the topping for the hot dogs?
Would love a T shirt. Please let me know how and when I can order one. I also love your blog and Mikey’s videos. This recipe is great for gatherings. Can’t wait to see what’s coming up and cooking in the middle pot.
Oh Debbie thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a kind note!
Chris
This is a very good idea–love it–only problem is–you forgot chili as a topping. Can’t have hot dogs without chili. At least at our home, for the last 4 decades I have always had to have chili on them. Maybe it’s just a Texas thing.
Keep up the good work. Love many of your recipes.
Coming real soon ๐