Description
Corn dogs are a delightful blend of crispy cornmeal batter and juicy hot dogs, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or simply satisfying late-night cravings, these homemade corn dogs capture the essence of summer fairs in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fine ground cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 large eggs
- 8 hot dogs (beef or turkey)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and pat dry the hot dogs with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix milk and eggs until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Insert skewers into each hot dog, dip them into the batter until fully coated, then carefully fry in the hot oil until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 corn dog (80g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different sausages or spices like cayenne pepper. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in an oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes.