Is it really the Fourth of July without a hotdog in hand? This American Flag Hotdog Spread is perfect for the 4th Of July. There’s just something about this all-American classic that hits differently on Independence Day. Maybe it’s the smoky scent coming off the grill, the snap of that first bite, or the fact that you’re eating it outside with family and friends while patriotic music plays and kids run around waving sparklers.
Whether you’re a ketchup-only purist, a mustard-and-relish traditionalist, or someone who likes to pile on the onions, chili, and cheese until the bun can barely hold on—hotdogs are a staple of summer celebrations, and they definitely deserve their moment in the spotlight.
Around here, the Fourth of July means gathering in the backyard or by the lake, letting the kids get soaked with water balloons, and firing up the grill by mid-morning. We’ve got a cooler full of sodas, the flag waving in the breeze, and yes—plenty of buns and dogs ready to be transformed into something simple but delicious. We love putting out a hotdog bar with all the toppings so everyone can build their own favorite version. It’s fun, it’s easy, and it keeps the party going without anyone stuck in the kitchen.
In this post, we’re sharing our favorite Fourth of July hotdog ideas—from super simple to totally over-the-top. Because whether you like them charred, steamed, or wrapped in bacon, one thing’s for sure: hotdogs are the unofficial hero of the holiday. Let’s fire up the grill and get into it!
Ingredients for American Flag Hotdog Spread
How to make American Flag Hotdog Spread: ingredients you need!
2 packages of hotdogs
2 packages of hotdog buns
1 block of provolone cheese
2 cups tortilla chips
favorite hotdog condiments
American Flag Hotdog Spread Video Tutorial
For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!
How to Make American Flag Hotdog Spread
How to make American Flag Hotdog Spread : a step by step guide
Place two packages of hotdogs on the grill and cook throughly.
With a small star cookie cutter cut stars out of provolone cheese.
Place your cooked hotdogs into 13 hotdog buns.
On the left side of your board put a few handfuls of blue tortilla chips on the left-hand side and place your provolone stars on top.
Continuing to build your flag placing two rows of two hotdog buns And then another three rows of three hotdog buns on each row.
Dress your hotdogs with your favorite condiments!
American Flag Hotdog Spread: SIDE IDEA
This would be perfect with Bomb Punch served in this drink dispenser!
Crazy Busy Mama Tip
put toppings on the side so that everyone can make their own the way they like!
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American Flag Hotdog Spread
Equipment
- 1 Grill
- 1 star cookie cutter
Ingredients
- 2 pack hotdogs
- 2 pack hotdog buns
- 2 cups blue tortilla chips
- 1 block provolone cheese
Instructions
- Place two packages of hotdogs on the grill and cook throughly.
- With a small star cookie cutter cut stars out of provolone cheese.
- Place your cooked hotdogs into 13 hotdog buns.
- On the left side of your board put a few handfuls of blue tortilla chips on the left-hand side and place your provolone stars on top.
- Continuing to build your flag placing two rows of two hotdog buns And then another three rows of three hotdog buns on each row.
- Dress your hotdogs with your favorite condiments!
Video
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