Easy Homemade Mini Corn Dogs
These homemade mini corn dogs are a fun and delicious twist on a fair classic. With a crispy cornmeal batter and savory hot dog center, they’re perfect for parties, snacks, or movie nights. A simple, tasty treat that’s easy to make and always a hit!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: About 12 mini corn dogs (using mini hot dogs)
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Mini Corn Dogs:
1 (12-oz.) package hot dogs
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup whole milk
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
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Prepare the hot dogs: Cut each hot dog in half to make them mini-sized. Optionally, you can leave them whole for regular-sized corn dogs. Insert wooden skewers into each hot dog piece for easy dipping and frying.
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Make the batter: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together until smooth. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is thick and well-combined.
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Heat the oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium-high heat, about 2-3 inches deep. The oil should reach 350°F (175°C). Test the oil’s readiness by dropping a small amount of batter into it—if it sizzles and rises to the top, it’s ready.
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Dip and fry the hot dogs: Dip each skewered hot dog into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated. Carefully lower the battered hot dog into the hot oil. Fry in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
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Drain and serve: Remove the mini corn dogs from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, mustard, or honey mustard.
Notes
Vegetarian version: Swap hot dogs for small veggie dogs or tofu sticks.
Spicy option: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the batter for a spicy kick.
Gluten-free version: Use a gluten-free flour blend for the batter to make these mini corn dogs gluten-free.
Cheese-filled corn dogs: Insert a small piece of cheese into the hot dog before dipping for a cheesy surprise inside.
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