Homemade Corn Dogs
Homemade corn dogs bring the carnival home with their crispy, golden batter enveloping juicy hot dogs. This easy recipe captures the nostalgic flavors of fair food, making it a hit for parties and family gatherings. Enjoy them fresh out of the fryer, dipped in your favorite sauces, and savor every bite of this delightful treat that promises to impress both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 6 hot dogs
Instructions
- Preheat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk and egg until combined. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry mixture until smooth.
- Skewer each hot dog with wooden sticks and dip into the batter thoroughly.
- Carefully fry each battered hot dog in the oil for about 3-5 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 corn dog (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate spices like cayenne pepper or garlic powder into the batter. You can use different types of sausages such as turkey or spicy Italian for variations.