Homemade Corn Dogs Recipe (VIDEO)

Honey-battered, hand-dipped Corn Dogs are a real treat. Watch the video tutorial and see how easy it is to make homemade corn dogs from scratch.

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We love hand-dipped corn dogs at fairs, carnivals, and of course Disney, but some of our favorite carnival foods like Churros, sweet Corn on the Cob and of course these corn dogs, are so easy to re-create at home. If you’re looking for fun, family-friendly recipes, these Corn Dogs are a must-try!

Corn Dog Video Tutorial:

Corn dogs are essentially cornbread batter + hot dogs. This homemade Corn Dog Recipe has the best honey batter. They are fried to perfection with a crisp exterior and a soft cornbread inside that keeps the sausage juicy.

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Why You will Love These Corn Dogs:

• Simple batter – no waiting for the batter to chill. You can use it right away.
• Make-ahead option – you can make the batter 1 to 2 days ahead if you want to. You can also store extra batter to fry something fresh the next day.
• Skip the corn starch – dipping the hot dogs in corn starch is an unnecessary step. Drying the corn dogs with paper towels is enough to make the batter stick.
• Freezer friendly – you can make these, cool to room temperature then freeze in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag.
• Reheats well – You can defrost in the refrigerator or for 30 seconds in the microwave then pop them in the air fryer or sautee on a skillet until crisp on the outside.

Ingredients for Homemade Corndogs:

Since this recipe doesn’t have many ingredients, so buy the best quality hot dogs (get your favorites).

• Hot Dogs – We highly recommend using simple hot dogs – either beef, chicken or turkey hot dogs will do. If using longer-sized hot dogs, keep in mind they will need to fit the diameter of your pot to fry once your stick is on. Also, very thick hot dogs won’t heat through as well.
• Corn Meal – get “finely ground”
• Flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt – pantry basics that help form the batter and make it fluffy.
• Buttermilk and oil – adds flavor and moisture to the batter
• Egg – helps batter hold together.
• Honey – adds sweetness to create a honey batter

How to Make Corn Dogs:

Making corn dogs is easier and takes less time than you think! Here is a visual reference for the process. Watch the video recipe above and you’ll have this recipe memorized in no time.

1. Pat Dry Hot Dogs with paper towels to help the batter to stick better.
2. Insert Sticks – skewer hot dogs make sure the length fits your pot)
3. Dry Ingredients – whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. Wet Ingredients – whisk together buttermilk, egg, olive oil, and honey.
5. Combine Batter – pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and whisk until blended.
6. Dip Hot Dogs and Fry – Batter the corn dogs to completely cover the hot dog, let excess drip off at the edge then Fry 2-3 at a time at 350˚F for 3 minutes until golden brown.

Pro Tip: Use a tall drinking glass and a funnel to keep things tidy while filling with batter. Fill it almost full, leaving enough room to dip the corn dog without overflowing the cup.

The Best Sticks for Corn Dogs:

You can use a variety of sticks (even popsicle sticks). The most important thing is to make sure the skewered corn dog will fit easily into your frying pot. Avoid sticks that have sharp points or are too long. You can use:

• Multi-Use Skewers 6.5″ (the ones we used, pictured in the center)
• Corn Dog Sticks 8″-8.75″ (pictured on the right)
• Candy Apple Sticks 5″ to 5.5″ (pictured on the left)

How to Keep Corn Dogs from Cracking:

Air bubbles cause corn dogs to crack and burst. The right technique is important. Dip straight down until hot dog is fully coated. Twirl in the glass and swirl as you pull up. If you see gaps in the dough or big bubbles then re-dip. Also, make sure to maintain the right oil temperature at 350˚F.

Common Questions:

Have Extra Batter Left Over?

Use the extra batter to dip mini sausages, little smokies or cocktail sausages to make mini corndogs. Use a toothpick to dip and fry then remove the toothpicks before serving.

Hand dipped corn dogs satisfy the craving for carnival food when you aren’t able to get to the carnival or state fair to enjoy it. They are also really fun to make!

More Kid-Friendly Recipes to try:

If you love this Corn Dog Recipe, then you won’t want to miss these family-friendly recipes.

• Pizza – try our pizza dough for any pizza
• Cheeseburger Sliders – easy and great for parties
• Chicken Sandwiches – crispy with the best sauce
• Chicken Nuggets – a copycat recipe
• Brownies – fudgy and decadent

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Homemade Corn Dogs Recipe

5 from 8 votes

Prep Time: 18 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

This homemade Corn Dog Recipe has the best honey batter. They are fried to perfection with a crisp exterior and a soft cornbread inside that keeps the sausage juicy.

Author: Natasha Kravchuk

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $8-$10

Keyword: corn dog, corn dogs recipe

Cuisine: American

Course: Main Course

Calories: 335 kcal

Servings: 12 corn dogs

Ingredients

For the Corn Dogs:

• 12 hot dogs we used turkey hot dogs
• 12 sticks
• Peanut oil canola oil, or vegetable oil for frying
• Ketchup and mustard to serve

Batter Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups fine yellow corn meal
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 1 Tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
• 1 Tbsp honey

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

1. Pour 2-3” of oil in a large pot or dutch oven and heat to 350˚F over medium heat.
2. Pat dry with paper towels. Insert sticks into hot dogs.
3. Whisk together dry ingredients (corn meal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt). Whisk together wet ingredients (buttermilk, egg, 1 Tbsp oil and honey). Combine wet and dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
4. Pour batter into a drinking glass almost to the top and dip hot dogs. Put corndog straight down into batter and give it a little twirl to fully coat the hot dogs then swirl as you lift up. Let excess drip off.
5. Hold corn dog at an angle in the hot oil for 5-7 seconds to let it seal then drop into oil (this keeps them from sticking to the bottom of the pot).
6. Fry 3 minutes or until golden brown. Fry up to 2-3 at a time (so you don’t drop the temperature), turning them as needed to brown evenly. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Recipe Notes

*Nutrition label is only an estimate. We calculated 1 tsp of peanut oil per corn dog. 

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Corn Dogs Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 335 Calories from Fat 135

% Daily Value*

Fat 15g23%

Saturated Fat 4g25%

Cholesterol 38mg13%

Sodium 403mg18%

Potassium 307mg9%

Carbohydrates 41g14%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 8g9%

Protein 10g20%

Vitamin A 96IU2%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 101mg10%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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