I am kind of obsessed with all things jalapeño popper. I mean after all I’ve made these jalapeño popper wonton cups, this jalapeño popper cheese bread, this jalapeño popper mac n’ cheese and these good ol’ fashioned jalapeño poppers. So yeah, you can say I kinda like ’em so when I was looking for a new hot dog to share with you for the 4th of July, a Jalapeño Popper Hot Dog seemed like the perfect concoction.
I am not new to cream cheese on hot dogs. In fact, it’s actually pretty common place here in Seattle. We have “The Seattle Dog” that is slathered in the stuff. I used to be a little leery of it, but then one time before a baseball game I decided to give it a try. Everyone kept raving about it so I had to see what the hubbub was all about.
Holy smokes guys. Cream cheese makes an excellent addition to hot dogs. Like truly, seriously, it’s one of my favorite hot dog condiments now. Don’t knock it till you try it. If you want to try a more traditional Seattle Dog, then check out this recipe.
But if you want something a little spicier. A little crunchier. You’re gonna want this baby. Not only does it have cream cheese but it’s also got crispy fried jalapeños right on top. If you’re a jalapeño popper fan, it seriously cannot get any better.
A little tip: For the blog, I’ve got to make things a little prettier. You know, since we take photos of the food and such. Because of this, I placed the cream cheese in a frosting piping bag and piped it on. If you aren’t worried about how they look go ahead and slather it on either side of the hot dog. No need for the perfect little squiggly line unless you want it:)
Kelly @ Mostly Homemade Mom
July 2, 2015 at 5:41 amOh man, my husband would love these hotdogs!!
Michelle Nahom
July 1, 2015 at 8:56 pmCream cheese on a hotdog…I never would have thought of that! But jalapeno poppers on a hot dog…wow.! I never would have thought of that either and it sounds really good!
Healing Tomato
July 1, 2015 at 7:33 pmJalapeno Poppers and hot dogs are very interesting choice. Great recipe and pics.
Heather // girlichef.com
July 1, 2015 at 9:35 amI’m totally in love with the idea of these! I’ve never tried cream cheese on a hotdog, but I believe you – it looks soooooo tempting.
Christine Pittman
July 1, 2015 at 7:39 amI love the crunch that those poppers will add to these hot dogs. Great idea!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker
July 1, 2015 at 7:18 amOh. Wow. These look so decadent and amazing!!! I might have to have them this weekend – they’d be so perfect for the holiday!
the wicked noodle
July 1, 2015 at 6:44 amYou are KILLING me with these babies!! Seriously, they are so up my alley and they look fabulous. So innovative and fun!
Kristen (amindfullmom)
July 1, 2015 at 6:11 amMy son is standing over me and just said, “Those things are like WHOA!” Now I HAVE to make them–not that I wasn’t planning to already!
Jocelyn
July 1, 2015 at 5:55 amYup, that has to be one of the best hot dog ideas I have seen yet! My spicy loving family would love to bite into these!!! Yum!
Dee Dee Eberle
July 1, 2015 at 5:55 amThis is genius! I love jalapenos, but admit that when they are raw they are a bit much. Strangely enough, when I make them fried (or breaded) and bad for me, I’m fine. LOL Can’t wait to make these for the 4th!
Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats
July 1, 2015 at 4:56 amWhat a unique hot dog! Yum!
Lady Gourmet
July 1, 2015 at 3:30 amDear Des, these sound and look fantastic! I love how spicy it is…I can’t wait to give these a try. xo, Catherine
Florian @ContentednessCooking
July 1, 2015 at 2:20 amThis looks fantastic, love the spices and the flavors!