This low carb 3-ingredient hot dog Claridge bake is the kind of retro, practical casserole that earns a permanent place in a weeknight rotation. It comes together with minimal prep, leans on familiar pantry and refrigerator staples, and bakes into a bubbly, browned dish that feels somewhere between a snack tray and a cozy supper. If you enjoy old-school comfort food with a streamlined ingredient list, this recipe delivers plenty of flavor with very little fuss.
Serve it with a crisp green salad, dill pickles, mustard, or a simple slaw to balance the richness of the cheese and hot dogs. For a heartier meal, roasted broccoli, cauliflower, or green beans fit the low carb theme nicely, and for casual game-night snacking, you can cut the bake into small squares and offer toothpicks alongside ketchup, yellow mustard, and hot sauce.
Low Carb 3-Ingredient Hot Dog Claridge Bakes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 package hot dogs, sliced into coins (about 12 ounces)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 large eggs
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a small ceramic casserole dish or 8-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth, then stir in the sliced hot dogs and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar over the top.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden and bubbling around the edges.
5. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm.
Variations & Tips
Add mustard: A tablespoon of yellow mustard whisked into the eggs gives the bake a classic ballpark flavor that works especially well with cheddar.
Try different cheese: Monterey Jack, pepper Jack, or a cheddar-mozzarella blend all melt well and slightly change the character of the dish without complicating the recipe.
Use a smaller dish for thicker squares: If you want a taller, more casserole-like result, bake the mixture in a slightly smaller dish and add a few extra minutes as needed.
Watch the salt: Since hot dogs and cheese are both salty, there is usually no need to add extra seasoning. Taste with condiments at the table instead.
Make it snack-size: For poker night or casual parties, cool the bake just enough to firm up, then cut it into smaller bites so it can be served as an easy finger food.