Description
These Classic Corn Dogs are a delicious fair-style treat you can make at home! Juicy hot dogs are coated in a sweet and fluffy cornmeal batter, then fried to golden perfection. Perfect for parties, game days, or a fun family dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Corn Dogs:
- 8 hot dogs (beef, chicken, or your favorite)
- 8 wooden skewers or popsicle sticks
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for the batter)
- 1–2 quarts vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Hot Dogs:
- Pat hot dogs dry with paper towels. This helps the batter stick better.
- Insert a wooden skewer into each hot dog, leaving enough for a handle.
- Make the Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, honey, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a tall glass to make dipping easier.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a large, deep pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- The oil should be deep enough to fully submerge the corn dogs.
- Dip and Fry:
- Dip each hot dog into the batter, turning to coat evenly. Let excess batter drip off.
- Carefully lower the battered hot dog into the hot oil.
- Fry 2-3 corn dogs at a time for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Rotate them occasionally for even cooking.
- Drain and Serve:
- Transfer cooked corn dogs to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with ketchup, mustard, or your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Keep Batter Cold: A cold batter helps the coating stick better and fry up crispier.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Fry in small batches to keep the oil temperature consistent.
- Reheating Tip: Reheat corn dogs in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.