Okay, so I’ve been on this mission to recreate that amazing Costco food court hot dog experience at home. You know, the one where the bun is perfectly soft and slightly sweet? I think I’ve finally cracked the code, and it all comes down to the bun, specifically, the Engelman’s Bakery hot dog bun.
First, I tried finding these buns everywhere. I mean, everywhere. My local grocery stores? Nope. Even some of the bigger chains? Still nothing. It was like hunting for a unicorn.
Then I remembered someone online mentioning that Costco sometimes sells the buns separately in their bakery section. I felt like a genius, so I raced over to my nearest Costco.
I went straight to the bakery, heart pounding with anticipation. And there they were! A giant bag of Engelman’s Bakery hot dog buns, the same ones they use in the food court. I practically squealed with delight.
The Experiment Begins
Back home, I grabbed a pack of my favorite hot dogs (gotta have good quality dogs for this!). I heated up the grill, because, let’s be honest, grilled hot dogs are the best.
While the dogs were sizzling, I carefully opened the bag of Engelman’s buns. They felt so soft and pillowy, just like I remembered. I lightly toasted them on the grill, just for a few seconds on each side, to get them a little warm and slightly crispy.
- Open the bag.
- Feel how soft and great the buns are.
- Lightly toast on the grill.
Once the dogs were cooked to perfection, I placed them inside the warm, toasted Engelman’s buns. And then, the moment of truth… I took a bite.
Oh. My. Goodness. It was exactly like the Costco food court hot dog! The bun was soft, slightly sweet, and held up perfectly to the juicy dog. It was pure bliss.
So, there you have it. The secret to recreating that iconic Costco hot dog experience? Engelman’s Bakery hot dog buns. Find them, grill your dogs, toast the buns, and enjoy!
