Savory Chili Cheese Dog Bites
These savory chili cheese dog bites combine sizzling hot dogs, spicy chili, and gooey cheddar wrapped in puff pastry for a quick, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for game days and parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 25-28 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 regular-sized hot dogs, sliced into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chili (canned or homemade, with or without beans)
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for brushing)
- Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, jalapeño slices, hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Slice hot dogs into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
- Unroll puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into roughly 2-inch squares, about 24 squares total.
- Place a hot dog piece in the center of each pastry square. Top with about a teaspoon of chili and sprinkle shredded cheddar over it.
- Add a small dollop of yellow mustard on top of the cheese.
- Fold the pastry over to create a packet and pinch edges firmly to seal, ensuring no filling leaks out.
- Place bites seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Brush each bite with beaten egg for a golden, shiny finish.
- Optionally, brush melted butter over the tops for extra richness.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or jalapeños if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Keep puff pastry well chilled before cutting and filling to prevent sticking and leaking. Use about a teaspoon of chili and a sprinkle of cheese per bite to avoid soggy pastry. Rotate baking tray halfway for even browning. Let bites rest 5 minutes after baking to avoid burning from hot cheese. Store cooled bites in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Avoid microwaving to keep pastry crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
Keywords: chili cheese dog bites, savory snacks, puff pastry snacks, game day appetizers, easy cheesy bites