**Servings:** 1
**Time:**
- **Total Time:** 20 minutes
- **Preparation Time:** 5 minutes
- **Overnight Preparation Required:** Not applicable
- **Cooking Time:** 15 minutes
**Tools:**
- Air fryer
- Tongs
- Knife
- Cutting board
**Ingredients:**
- 1 hot dog
- 1 hot dog bun
- 2 slices of bacon
- 1 tablespoon shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped onions (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped pickles (optional)
- Condiments of your choice (ketchup, mustard, relish, etc.)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Bacon:**
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the bacon slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy.
- Remove the bacon and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess fat.
2. **Cook the Hot Dog:**
- Reduce the air fryer temperature to 370°F (190°C).
- Place the hot dog in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 5 minutes, turning halfway through, until heated through and slightly crispy on the outside.
3. **Toast the Bun:**
- Place the hot dog bun in the air fryer for the last 2 minutes of the hot dog's cooking time to warm and lightly toast it.
4. **Assemble the Hot Dog:**
- Place the cooked hot dog in the toasted bun.
- Break the crispy bacon slices in half and place them on top of the hot dog.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, and chopped pickles, if using.
5. **Add Condiments:**
- Drizzle with your favorite condiments such as ketchup, mustard, or relish.
6. **Serve:**
- Serve immediately and enjoy your bacon-topped hot dog.
**Health Benefits:**
- High in protein from hot dog and bacon
- Option to add fiber and vitamins from onions and pickles
- Customizable with various toppings to suit dietary preferences
**Keywords:**
bacon-topped hot dog, air fryer, quick meal, easy recipe
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