Cheese dog

A cheese dog is a hot dog served with cheese.

Cheese types

Normally, melted cheddar or American cheese are used, although other cheeses are possible.

Cheese Placement

The cheese may be on the bun, on the wiener, or a strip of cheese processed inside the hot dog.

Bun or Toast?

A traditional hot dog bun may be used, but recently it is commonly substituted with a slice of toast.

Carolina Dog

The most common form is known as a Carolina dog, which has a piece of cheese inserted in the middle of weiner, or just substitutes a large hunk of cheese the hot dog altogether.

Swiss Schnauzer

A Swiss schnauzer, is a regional variation consisting of a bratwurst served with Swiss cheese and sauerkraut.

Coney Dog

Cheese is also often served on chili dogs, especially the "Cincinnati Coney".