How to Cook Hot Dogs in a Slow-Cooker (5 Steps)

Hot dogs fresh off the barbecue grill are one of the iconic foods of summer. If the weather doesn't cooperate, however, there are other ways to prepare them. If you want to prepare a large number of hot dogs and keep them hot over the length of a party or event, a slow-cooker is the ideal tool.

Things You'll Need

  • Hot dogs
  • Buns
  • Condiments

Instructions

  1. Place hot dogs in your slow-cooker. The number you decide on will depend on the size of the cooker and how many hot dogs you need.

  2. Set the slow-cooker to its highest heat setting. Let the hot dogs cook for about two hours.

  3. Check the progress of the hot dogs periodically. Rotate their positions within the slow-cooker so that the same hot dogs are not resting against the edge of the pot. This will help prevent them from blackening.

  4. Add hot dog buns to the slow-cooker about 20 minutes before serving if space allows. This should be enough time to warm the buns without overdoing them.

  5. Serve the hot dogs. A true hot dog enthusiast will have a favorite topping, ranging from the classic ketchup-and-mustard dog to chili to kimchi.