How to Make Homemade Corn Dogs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Homemade corn dogs are a nostalgic favorite for many people. Whether it's at a carnival, fair, or a summer barbecue, nothing beats sinking your teeth into a crispy, golden-brown corn dog. Luckily, you don't have to wait for a special event to enjoy this classic treat – you can easily make them at home with just a few simple ingredients.

What sets homemade corn dogs apart from the store-bought variety is that you have control over the quality of the ingredients. You can use your favorit...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages beef frankfurters
  • 16 wooden skewers

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 corn dogs

  • Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl; stir in milk and egg to make a batter.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Meanwhile, pat frankfurters dry and insert a skewer into each one. Roll frankfurters in batter until well coated.
  • Fry 2 or 3 corn dogs at a time in preheated oil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    318 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 776mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 136mg