Description
This huge cheese dog sandwich features a fun and indulgent twist by stuffing a slice of pepperoni or cheese pizza inside a hoagie roll with a juicy all-beef hot dog. It’s topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, then baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for pizza and hot dog lovers craving an over-the-top meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 large hoagie roll or sub sandwich bun
- 1 all-beef hot dog (jumbo or footlong)
- 1 slice of pepperoni or cheese pizza (folded to fit)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup marinara or pizza sauce
For the Bun Coating
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Optional Toppings
- Sliced jalapeños
- Pepperoni
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Toast the Bun: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Place the hoagie roll on a baking sheet and toast it lightly in the oven for 3 to 4 minutes to make the bun firm and slightly crispy.
- Cook the Hot Dog: While the bun is toasting, cook the all-beef hot dog in a skillet or grill pan over medium heat until it is nicely browned and heated through, ensuring it develops great flavor and texture.
- Prepare the Sandwich Layers: Slice the pizza slice in half or fold it so it fits comfortably inside the hoagie roll. Open the toasted bun, then layer in the cooked hot dog followed by the folded pizza slice. Spoon marinara or pizza sauce over the layers, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Add any optional toppings like jalapeños, additional pepperoni, or grated Parmesan if desired.
- Coat the Bun: Brush the outside of the assembled sandwich with the melted butter, then sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning onto the bun to give a flavorful, aromatic crust when baked.
- Bake the Sandwich: Place the fully assembled sandwich back on the baking sheet and bake in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese melts completely, becomes bubbly, and the bun turns golden and crisp.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the sandwich to cool slightly for a couple of minutes, making it easier and more enjoyable to eat.
Notes
- Use any leftover or frozen pizza slice you prefer, just be sure it’s fully heated for best flavor.
- For an extra indulgent experience, drizzle ranch dressing on top or serve additional marinara sauce for dipping.
