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Crispy Mini Corn Dog Bites Recipe With Easy Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

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These crispy mini corn dog bites are a nostalgic, bite-sized snack with a light, crispy batter and juicy sausage inside, paired perfectly with a tangy and sweet honey mustard dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 20 mini hot dogs or cocktail sausages
  • 1 cup (120 g) yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole or 2%; almond or oat milk can be used)
  • About 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable oil for frying (canola or peanut oil recommended)
  • Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat the mini hot dogs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Skewer each one with a wooden skewer or toothpick, leaving enough stick exposed for handling. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix with milk. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be thick but smooth enough to coat the hot dogs. Avoid over-mixing.
  4. Pour about 4 cups of vegetable oil into a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot and heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain temperature.
  5. Dip each skewered mini hot dog into the batter, turning to coat fully. Let excess drip off.
  6. Carefully place battered hot dogs into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove bites with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels or a wire rack to drain excess oil. Let cool slightly before serving.
  8. To make the honey mustard dipping sauce, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise (if using), apple cider vinegar or lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth. Adjust sweetness or tang to taste.

Notes

Keep oil temperature steady at 350°F (175°C) to ensure crispy bites without greasiness. Avoid overcrowding the fryer to maintain oil temperature. For extra crunch, double-dip the bites in batter before frying. The honey mustard sauce can be prepared ahead and stored in the fridge for a couple of days. For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend and use gluten-free baking powder. Air fryer method: spray battered bites with oil and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

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