The boardwalk reminds us of sandy summer feet skipping along hot wooden planks towards snacks and cold drinks. These always erred on the side of fast food -- hot dogs, salty fries, ice cream, funnel cakes -- but it was more than alright, because we were young and on vacation. We could have ice cream before dinner and run around on the beach to shake off the sugar rush.
Even if you're stuck at home this summer, don't worry -- you can still enjoy your favorite boardwalk fare from the comfort of your own kitchen. Though the flavors might not be exactly the same, these options are a homemade way to indulge your inner child. Try the recipes below -- we recommend that you eat them outside for an authentic experience.
Hot Dogs with Fake Sauerkraut Relish by QueenSashy
![Hot Dog on Food52](https://images.food52.com/06iMZbHjT_uQ2_skuzXTtGPlflw=/8df8e6fa-8156-4c02-92d1-9aa90ed5b72f--2014-0325_finalist_hot-dog-fake-sauerkraut-relish-020.jpg)
Strawberry Crème Fraîche Soft Serve by WinnieAb
![Strawberry Soft Serve on Food52](https://images.food52.com/oCs0Zs3teN1yb9r1a78jg1hKD6g=/9bb59d56-9f07-4d3b-8362-b6d757e7d31d--2013-0618_strawberry-ice-cream-008.jpg)
IPA-Battered Fish and Chips by tideandthyme
![Fish and Chips on Food52](https://images.food52.com/hc9fkwKmSlOJYgwpPgH5B10IxTY=/1f07569b-57a5-43dc-95d5-ecfc28c58164--FishandChipsFinished.jpg)
Frozen Bananas Dipped in Mexican Chocolate Ganache and Spicy Honeyed Peanuts by indieculinary
![Frozen Bananas on Food52](https://images.food52.com/GpVZa7Zj4USNuV5yXVy7-hsRTT8=/f8cfeb3f-208a-473f-bee3-4a6719db9811--FD_Bananas.jpeg)
Baker's Sign Soft Pretzels by Nicholas Day
![Soft Pretzels on Food52](https://images.food52.com/W4qn5p-c9KEaatkGDumeuHvyou4=/ffd5a9ec-2aeb-43cc-a013-433e81ff8c7e--Food52_km_123109_051.jpeg)
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Pops by Jestei
![Strawberry Shortcake Pops on Food52](https://images.food52.com/TyfXxSte6t6oRFsTbhFhSNoezpw=/0f894cdb-e2c0-4014-acc7-138eb276cb0c--Strawberry.jpg)
Michael Ruhlman's Rosemary-Brined, Buttermilk Fried Chicken by Genius Recipes
![Fried Chicken on Food52](https://images.food52.com/ijXbdU2lRxB3MBLoAXDxhrSL5ZY=/ad050c67-bf12-4cdb-980a-b0ae27085ade--184_food52120707_2L0A2558_184.jpg)
Roasted Slap Fries with Srirachannaise by viblanco
![Slap Fries on Food52](https://images.food52.com/rC9Z_qdGScmav2d7Mr6WgGZgMhk=/3a1dbade-63ca-43ce-b558-cbf090f8fe18--08-14-12-FriesFinished2.jpg)
Caramel Corn by Sarah Jampel
![Caramel Popcorn on Food52](https://images.food52.com/CLdd6Kmn6RxZ4ErYRFvmxtFc5AY=/2c943ce5-4412-447c-b150-18b9976d61e9--9486110839_45569cc1c9_z.jpg)
Real Fruit Gummies and Salt Water Taffy
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