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California Dogs

Published by Meaghan on August 5, 2022 | last updated on August 5, 2022.

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California dogs are an upgraded version of the classic cook out food with no ketchup or mustard required. These are wrapped in bacon and topped with guacamole for a fresh take on the sandwich.

california dogs stacked on a white serving platter

One of the foods my boys- and pretty much most kids- love is hot dogs.

But for the adults they can get a little tiresome when you just top them with ketchup and mustard.

Ho hum.

Well no more boring hot dogs.

We’re talking bacon wrapped hot dogs topped with guacamole and a sprinkle of cheese.

With the crispy bacon and creamy guac on a fluffy bun, it’s a bonanza of flavors and textures you’ll love.

a row of california dogs arranged on a white serving platter

What is a California style hotdog?

A California style hotdog is just an all beef frank wrapped in bacon.

Fresh (or store bought) guacamole tops it all off.

a row of california dogs arranged on a white serving platter

Ingredients

To make these you’ll need:

  • Hot dogs– Go for all beef- our favorite brands to use are Nathan’s or Hebrew National.
  • Bacon– Uncured. Use regular cut, NOT thick cut- thick cut will not crisp up & will still be soggy after baking.
  • Buns– Your favorite hot dog buns
  • Guacamole– Either homemade or store bought
  • Cheese– Shredded monterey (mild) or pepper jack (to spice things up a little), depending on your family’s preference.

How to Make

These hot dogs are so easy to make!

To do it, start by wrapping one slice of bacon around each hot dog.

baked bacon wrapped hot dogs on wire racks on top of a parchment paper lined baking sheet

Place the bacon wrapped dogs on wire racks set on a parchment paper lined rimmed baking sheet.

This will allow the grease to drip off as it cooks, creating the crispiest bacon. It also keeps all the mess in the pan, not in your oven.

Once cooled you can just ball up the parchment paper with the cooled grease inside and throw it away. Your baking sheet will still be clean!

baked bacon wrapped hot dogs in plain white buns arranged in a row

Then bake them in a preheated 350 degree oven for 15 to 20 minutes. 

Place the cooked hot dog in a bun and top with guacamole and generous sprinkle of the shredded pepper jack cheese.

Serve and enjoy!

a row of california dogs arranged on a white serving platter

Storing Leftovers

I don’t recommend making enough to have leftovers. The guacamole will brown if you don’t eat it right away.

california dogs stacked on a white serving platter

Tips and Tricks

  • We like to cook bacon wrapped hot dogs on our cooling racks set on top of a baking sheet to catch the grease. This lets them get nice and crisp since they won’t be sitting in bacon grease.
  • Add some heat by using spicy guacamole.
  • Feel free to load them up with other toppings as well. The sons love to spread a little barbecue sauce on the insides of their buns & diced tomatoes on top are a must for me!

Other Hot Dog Recipes

California dogs give hot dogs a grown up twist. Make them and enjoy!

Looking for other hot dog recipes? Try these:

  • Oven Baked Hot Dogs
  • Cubano Dogs
  • Homemade Corn Dogs
  • Easy Pretzel Dogs

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a row of california dogs arranged on a white serving platter

California Dogs

California dogs are an upgraded version of the classic cook out food with no ketchup or mustard required. These are wrapped in bacon and topped with guacamole for a fresh take on the sandwich.
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Course: Dinner, Entree, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 472kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 8 all-beef hot dogs
  • 8 Slices uncured bacon
  • 8 hot dog buns
  • 1 1/2 cups guacamole homemade or store-bought, whichever you prefer
  • 3/4 cup Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese, shredded
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Instructions

  • Wrap one slice of bacon around each hot dog and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 15 to 20 minutes. We put our hot dogs on our cooling racks, set on top of a baking sheet, to catch the grease, and have the, get crisp since they won’t be sitting in said bacon grease.
  • Place the cooked hot dog in a bun and top with guacamole and generous sprinkle of the shredded cheese.

Notes

  • We like to cook bacon wrapped hot dogs on our cooling racks set on top of a baking sheet to catch the grease. This lets them get nice and crisp since they won’t be sitting in bacon grease.
  • Add some heat by using spicy guacamole.
  • Feel free to load them up with other toppings as well. The sons love to spread a little barbecue sauce on the insides of their buns & diced tomatoes on top are a must for me!

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 884mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg
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recipe originally published September 10, 2015

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  1. Julie is Hostess At Heart says

    September 10, 2015 at 11:00 pm

    Great ideas! You’ve dressed up this dog!

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  2. Mr Fitz says

    September 11, 2015 at 2:57 am

    Never heard of this.. Yet want it for sure!

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  3. phdinmeblog.wordpress.com says

    September 11, 2015 at 1:04 pm

    Hey! Great to have found your blog! I look forward to trying this recipe! Light and Love, Shona

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  4. Quinn Caudill says

    September 18, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    Now that is what I call a complete dog… Thanks for sharing with us at Fiesta Friday #86. Happy FF!

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  5. Wendy says

    July 4, 2017 at 7:31 am

    Love the gooey goodness of adding guac to these dogs.

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    • 4sonsrus says

      July 4, 2017 at 5:20 pm

      Yes! I love blending textures in my meals.

      Reply

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