Hot Rod Dog
A fun and savory hot dog creation that combines classic flavors with playful garnishes and decorations. Perfect for kids' parties or casual gatherings, this dish features a hot dog adorned with colorful toppings, olives, and pretzel arms, creating a whimsical, delicious treat that delights both the eyes and palate.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat the hot dog as directed on the package or grill until thoroughly heated.
- Place the hot dog in the bun to form the 'body'.
- Place a little wiener upright at one end of the hot dog to form the 'driver', securing it with Cheez Whiz.
- Attach a cherry tomato to the top of the little wiener with a pretzel stick to form the 'driver's head'.
- Place a tomato slice, cut in half, upright in the hot dog to form the 'windshield', attaching with Cheez Whiz.
- Place Kraft singles over the hot dog in front of the windshield to form the 'hood'.
- Decorate with a squiggle of ketchup on the hot dog.
- Attach a whole pimento-stuffed olive in front of the hood to form the 'headlights'.
- Attach pickle slices with pretzel sticks on both sides of the hot dog bun to form the 'wheels'.
- Place a cracker to form the 'steering wheel'.
- Attach white parts of green onion slices to the driver's head with Cheez Whiz to form 'goggles'.
- Attach a ripe olive slice, cut in half, to the driver's head with Cheez Whiz to form a 'smile'.
- Cut an olive slice into quarters to form 'eyebrows'.
- Attach pretzel sticks to each side of the little wiener to form 'arms'.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
419
kcal
21% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).