# Bacon-Infused Hot Dogs The Memorial Day Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Adds More Pork to Your Wieners By | Published 2013-05-20 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oscar-mayer-hot-dog References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/food/its-about-time-bacon-infused-hot-dogs/) & [shine.yahoo](http://shine.yahoo.com/shine-food/bacon-dogs-are-here--thanks--oscar-mayer-162544849.html) To celebrate Memorial Day, a new Oscar Mayer hot dog is being released that will excite bacon lovers everywhere: a bacon-infused wiener. In addition to being made up of mechanically separated chicken, pork and turkey parts, this hot dog is cooked with bacon pieces directly inside the casing, giving [bacon connoisseurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coleman-introduces) an unforgettable experience. Contrary to popular belief, the bacon-infused Oscar Mayer hot dog is not nearly as unhealthy as it might sound; a single dog is only 130 calories. This effort to highlight healthy aspects of its products is part of Oscar Mayer's transition into the world of healthy eating. Some of its new products include [fat-free hot dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manischewitz-allbeef-hot-dogs), lite hot dogs and a gluten-free chicken breast hot dog. These bacon-infused hot dogs are perfect for any barbecues you're hosting over the long weekend or even just for a fun culinary adventure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Publicity Stunts](https://www.trendhunter.com/publicitystunts) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bacon-infused Hot Dogs:** Utilizing unconventional ingredients to enhance existing products. - **Healthy Eating Transitions:** Brands adapting to meet consumer demands for healthier food options. - **Gluten-free Innovation:** Developing gluten-free alternatives to traditional food products. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food companies to experiment with unconventional flavors and ingredients. - **Processed Meat:** Potential to create healthier versions of traditional processed meat products. - **Gluten-free Food:** Expanding the range of gluten-free options available in the food market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Burger-Inspired Hot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-cheeseburger-sausage.md) - [Cheesy Macaroni-Infused Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/americana-sausage.md) - [Hybrid Hot Dog Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oscar-mayer-everybun-pack.md) - [Hot Dog-Flavored Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-dog.md) - [Branded Hot Dog-Inspired Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-dog-straw.md) - [Free-From Piquant Hotdogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-spicy-beef-franks.md) - [Heart-Healthy Hot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impossible-hot-dog.md) - [Collaboration BBQ Hot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wagyu-dog.md) - [Plant-Based Grilled Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-heinz-2.md)