If you’ve ever hosted a summer barbecue, you know that hot dogs are a staple item on the menu. But what do you do with leftover hot dog buns once the party’s over?

Don’t throw them away just yet!

There are plenty of things to make with leftover hot dog buns and turn them into something delicious.

This post will show you what to do with leftover hamburger and hot dog buns and is sure to include fun recipes you’ve never even thought of!

What to Do With Leftover Hot Dog Buns? 13 Ideas!

As long as the grocery stores keep selling hot dog buns in packs of 10 and hot dogs in packs of 8 you will always have excess hotdog buns after a party.

Here are the 13 best ideas on how to use leftover hot dog buns to avoid hot-dog buns from going to waste.

1. Hot Dog Bun Garlic Bread

Turn leftover buns into delicious garlic bread with this super easy recipe. All you need to make your own garlic bread from stale hot dog buns is some butter, garlic powder, and cheese (cheddar, mozzarella cheese, or parmesan cheese). It’s a great way to use up a couple of days old stale buns as you won’t be able to taste the staleness once you bake this cheesy garlic bread.

Recipe: OhClary

2. French Toast 

If you just have a couple of hot dog buns or leftover hamburger buns, turn them into a simple French toast. Simply dip them into a mixture of eggs, milk, and cinnamon and fry in a skillet with some melted butter and olive oil until golden brown. Serve with some fresh fruit and syrup for a delicious breakfast.

Recipe: OhClary – French Toast With Hot Dog Buns

3. Bread Pudding

One of the easiest ways to use up extra hot dog buns is by making bread pudding. To make the leftover hot dog buns bread pudding, simply tear the buns into small pieces, mix them with milk, eggs, sugar, and any other flavors you like, and bake in the oven. You can add raisins, cinnamon, or even peanut butter and banana for a unique twist.

Recipe: Fantabulosity

4. Pizza

Make a super quick pizza by spreading marinara sauce or pizza sauce on bun halves and topping with your favorite pizza toppings and some cheese. Then bake the hot dog bun pizza in the oven at 400F until the cheese is melted and golden.

Recipe: OhClary

5. Breakfast Casserole

This slow cooker French toast casserole is a great way of using up any type of bread product such as French bread, king’s Hawaiian bread, sandwich bread, or hot dog buns. It’s a classic comfort food that is perfect for using up day-old bread.

Recipe: The Magical Slow Cooker

6. Homemade Croutons

All you need is a few simple ingredients to give stale buns a new life by turning them into croutons. Serve them with a soup of a chicken salad for extra crunch.

Recipe: On Sutton Place

7. French Toast Sticks

These cinnamon sugar dipped soft and golden brown french toast sticks are the perfect leftover hot dog buns recipe. You will love this quick and easy recipe.

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8. Homemade Breadcrumbs

To turn hot dog buns into breadcrumbs place the buns into a food processor and pulse until you get fine crumbs. You can store these fresh breadcrumbs in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for up to 4 months.

9. Chili Dogs

Turn leftover hot dogs into delicious cheesy chili dogs with this super simple recipe.

Recipe: Recipe This

10. Meatballs

Hot dog buns can be used as a binder in meatballs. Simply tear them into small pieces and mix them with ground meat, cheese, and seasonings of your choice. Roll the mixture into balls and bake them in the oven until golden brown. You’ll have delicious meatballs with a soft texture.

Recipe: OhClary

11. Bruschetta

Leftover hotdog buns can be transformed into delicious bruschetta. Cut them into small slices and toast them in the oven. Then, top them with a mixture of fresh tomato, red onion, garlic, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. Garnish with fresh basil, and you’ll have a tasty appetizer.

12. Stuffing

Hot dog buns can also be used to make stuffing. Tear them into small pieces and mix them with vegetables, herbs, and bread crumbs. Then, bake in the oven until crispy. You can use this stuffing to stuff poultry.

13. Freeze

You can freeze the leftover buns to extend their life. To do this:

1. Wrap the buns individually in plastic wrap.
2. Store in a freezer for up to 3 months.
3. To thaw, remove them from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for a few hours. Alternatively, you can also microwave them for 30 seconds to defrost.

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13 Ideas on What to Do With Leftover Hot Dog Buns

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Are you left with too many hot dog buns after a bbq? Then you need this list of 13 recipe ideas on what to do with leftover hot dog buns to turn stale buns into something delicious!

Ingredients

• Hot Dog Bun Garlic Bread
• French Toast 
• Bread Pudding
• Pizza
• Breakfast Casserole
• Homemade Croutons
• French Toast Sticks
• Homemade Breadcrumbs
• Chili Dogs
• Meatballs
• Bruschetta
• Stuffing

Instructions

1. Pick your favorite things to make with leftover hot dog buns from this list.
2. Click through to find the recipe.
3. Make and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 699Total Fat: 32gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 1114mgCarbohydrates: 78gFiber: 4gSugar: 22gProtein: 25g

I hope this post has given you some great ideas on what to make from leftover hot dog buns so that next time you have some leftover bread you’ll know what to do. Which leftover hot dog buns recipe is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!