Smoked Hot Dogs
Serves 12
5 mins prep
90 mins cook
95 mins total
These Smoked Hot Dogs are juicy, lightly charred, and have the best smoky flavor. They require minimal prep, are great for backyard BBQ's, and can be topped however you like.
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Remove the hot dogs from the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for an hour.
Preheat smoker to [wprm-temperature value="250" unit="F"], fill hopper with wood pellets, and add water to the water pan.
Using a sharp knife, score the hot dogs lengthwise and at 1/4 depth of the hot dog. Be careful to not cut all the way through the hot dog.
Place the hot dogs sliced side down on the smoker's rack and smoke for 60 to 90 minutes. The hot dogs reach an internal temperature of [wprm-temperature value="155" unit="F"].
OPTIONAL: Place hot dog buns in the smoker for 5 to 10 minutes to slightly warm them.
Remove the smoked hot dogs and buns from the smoker.
Place hot dogs in buns and serve with desired condiments.
