Healthy Whole Wheat Bread Hot Dog
How to Make Delicious Whole Wheat Bread Hot Dogs Baked in the Oven (Not Fried)
Do you remember the hot dogs we used to love from the street vendors near school when we were kids? Holding a sausage wrapped in fried dough, sprinkled with sugar and ketchup, and taking a big bite was pure happiness. But what if we could make them healthier? Introducing the ‘baked hot dog’ that you can enjoy guilt-free. Instead of flour dough, we’re using whole wheat bread, and instead of frying, we’re baking them! Let’s get started on making these healthy whole wheat bread hot dogs!
Ingredients- Whole wheat bread slices: 2
- Sausages: 2
- Egg: 1
- Sliced cheese: 2 slices
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the whole wheat bread slices, sausages, and the egg for your hot dogs. Having all your ingredients ready makes the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
Carefully trim off the crusts from the whole wheat bread slices using a knife. Then, using a rolling pin or the side of a clean bottle, flatten the bread slices. This step is crucial to prevent the bread from tearing when you roll it around the sausage, ensuring a neat finish.
Step 3
Crack the egg into a wide, shallow bowl. Whisk it thoroughly with a fork or whisk until the egg whites and yolks are well combined and the stringy bits are broken down. Ensure the egg mixture is smooth for an even coating.
Step 4
Dip each flattened bread slice into the beaten egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated. Let the bread soak in the egg for about 30 seconds per side. This will help create a wonderfully moist and soft texture once baked.
Step 5
Now, prepare your cheese. If you have two types of cheese at home, feel free to mix them for added flavor, or just use one kind. Sliced cheese is convenient; you can cut each slice in half to fit the size of your hot dog roll.
Step 6
Insert a wooden skewer or chopstick into the center of each sausage. This will serve as a handle for your hot dog, making it easy to hold and eat once assembled.
Step 7
Take an egg-coated bread slice, place a slice of cheese on it, followed by a prepared sausage. Then, carefully roll the bread around the sausage, tucking in the sides if possible. The cheese will melt and help hold everything together beautifully.
Step 8
Repeat the rolling process with the remaining bread, cheese, and sausage. Make sure both hot dogs are rolled up neatly and evenly.
Step 9
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the rolled hot dogs on it. Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
Step 10
Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for 5 minutes. This initial baking helps to set the bread and lightly toast the exterior.
Step 11
After 5 minutes, carefully flip the hot dogs over and bake for another 5 minutes at the same temperature (170°C / 340°F). Once both sides are golden brown and slightly crisp, your healthy whole wheat bread hot dogs are ready! They are best enjoyed warm.
