Homemade Corn Dogs

County fairs and corn dogs tend to do hand in hand, although this highly processed, preservative-stuffed snack isn’t the healthiest thing you can put in your body. They also tend to cost quite a few more dollars than it costs to make your own. So, for all of those reasons, these homemade corn dogs are a great option. Corn dogs appeal to everyone from small kids to the grownups.

They’re crunchy on the outside and soft and meaty inside. What’s not to love?

These homemade corn dogs are simple to put together. Plan to make them ahead of being too hungry because you’ll need to chill the batter for a minimum of 10 minutes (half an hour is better), or else it won’t stick and your corn dogs won’t come out perfect.

And with a recipe this simple and tasty, you’ll want to end up with the perfect corn dog experience!

So, read on and find out how to make this easy corn dogs recipe at home in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Perfect for a summer barbecue or family picnic.

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Why do I love this recipe?

Corn dogs are so tasty and you’re going to love how easy it is to make your own. You can fry or bake them, as you prefer, and enjoy these with ketchup, mustard, mayo, or any other dipping sauce you like the best.

How to Serve Them:

Corn dogs are a great example of comfort food, so you might want to pair them with potato salad, fries or other comfort food style favorites. They’re also a tasty snack, either walking around a state or county fair or at home now you know how to make your own.

Can You Make Them Ahead?

Corn dogs are so quick and easy to make, it’s best to prepare and cook them right before serving. Any side dishes, such as potato salad, can be made ahead, but these corn dogs are so good they deserve to be served fresh.

Ingredients:

• Eggs
• Yellow cornmeal
• Hot dogs
• All-purpose flour
• Vegetable oil
• Sugar
• Buttermilk
• Salt
• Honey
• Baking powder
• Oil
• Wooden skewers

How to make these Homemade Corn Dogs:

Step 1. Heat the oil in a large pot on the stove until it reaches 350 degrees. 

Step 2. Mix together the sugar, flour, salt, baking powder, and cornmeal in a large bowl. 

Step 3. Blend the egg, buttermilk, honey, and vegetable oil into the dry ingredients. 

Step 4. Rest the batter for 10 minutes. 

Step 5. Run a skewer through each hot dog. 

Step 6. Dip the hot dogs into the batter, and coat them completely. 

Step 7. Place the battered corn dogs into the heated oil, and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. 

Step 8. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and serve.

Knowing how to make corn dogs at home means you can make this delicious snack any time you’re in the mood for them, without waiting for the county fair to come to town! They boast a crisp exterior, soft meaty interior, and appeal to everyone’s tastebuds, from the youngest kid in the family to the most senior. Corn dogs make fabulous comfort food.

Homemade Corn Dogs

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Are you a fan of corn dogs? If so, you'll love this homemade baked corn dog recipe! These corn dogs are made with real corn kernels and hot dogs, and they're coated in a delicious batter made from scratch. And best of all, they're baked, not fried, so they're much healthier than traditional corn dogs.

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Ingredients 

• 1 Egg, lightly beaten
• ¾ c Yellow cornmeal
• 12 Hot dogs
• ¾ c All-purpose flour
• 2 tsp Vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• ¾ c Buttermilk
• ¼ tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1 ½ tsp Baking powder
• 2 Quarts Oil, for frying
• 12 wooden skewers

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Instructions

• Heat the oil in a large pot on the stove until it reaches 350 degrees.
• Mix together the sugar, flour, salt, baking powder and cornmeal in a large bowl.
• Blend the egg, buttermilk, honey and vegetable oil into the dry ingredients.
• Rest the batter for 10 minutes.
• Run a skewer through each hot dog.
• Dip the hot dogs into the batter, and coat them completely.
• Place the battered corn dogs into the heated oil, and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
• Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 1543kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 160g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 45g | Monounsaturated Fat: 101g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 3mg

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Storage Instructions:

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheat them in the oven at 350°F for 6-7 minutes or until hot. They will also freeze for up to 2 months. Let them thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Variations and Substitutions:

Do you want to spice your corn dogs up a bit? If so, add some chipotle powder or chili flakes to the batter. You can also use smoked sausage, hot dogs, or any other kind of sausage you prefer.

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