Description
These Easy Homemade Corn Dog Bites are a fun and tasty snack perfect for parties or family gatherings. Made with a crispy cornmeal batter and bite-sized hot dogs, they fry up golden and delicious in just minutes. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Batter
- ¾ cup yellow cornmeal
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup buttermilk
Hot Dogs
- 6 hot dogs, cut into bite-sized pieces
For Frying
- Oil, for frying (enough to fill deep pot about 2 inches)
Instructions
- Prepare Hot Dogs: Cut hot dogs into 1 to 2-inch bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, which helps the batter adhere better.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg well and then stir in the buttermilk until the mixture is smooth.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until a smooth batter forms without lumps.
- Heat Oil: Pour oil into a deep pot to a depth of about 2 inches and heat it to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer to maintain the temperature.
- Batter Hot Dogs: Dip each hot dog piece into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated with the batter for a crispy outer layer.
- Fry Corn Dog Bites: Carefully add the battered hot dog pieces to the hot oil in small batches, frying for 2 to 3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain: Remove the cooked corn dog bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the corn dog bites warm with your favorite dipping sauces such as ketchup, mustard, or cheese sauce for a delightful snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays steady at 350°F for perfectly crispy bites.
- Patting hot dogs dry helps the batter stick better and prevents sogginess.
- Use a thermometer for accurate oil temperature to avoid greasy or burnt bites.
- Serve immediately for best texture; they taste best fresh and warm.
- Can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
