How to Make Hand Dipped Corn Dogs

hot dogs

🥗Healthier: turkey or chicken hot dogs

💰Cheaper: pork hot dogs

Turkey or chicken hot dogs are lower in fat, while pork hot dogs are often more affordable.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole grain cornmeal

💰Cheaper: regular cornmeal

Whole grain cornmeal offers more nutrients, while regular cornmeal is typically less expensive.

Heat 1 quart of vegetable oil in a pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Pat 8 beef hot dogs dry with a paper towel.

Insert craft popsicle sticks into each hot dog about 2/3 of the way through.

In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup cornmeal, 1 cup all purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Whisk in 1 egg, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter, and 1 1/4 cup buttermilk until combined.

Dip each hot dog into the batter, swirling to coat.

Carefully place the coated hot dog into the hot oil.

Fry for 3-4 minutes, rotating with tongs until golden brown.

Remove from oil and transfer to a paper towel lined plate.

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