Description
This recipe shows you how to make delicious mini corn dogs with a cornbread swirl using an air fryer. These bite-sized treats combine the classic flavor of hot dogs with a sweet and savory cornbread batter, cooked to a golden perfection in just 12 minutes. They’re perfect as a fun appetizer, snack, or party finger food.
Ingredients
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Mini Corn Dogs
- 1 package mini hot dogs or cocktail sausages
Cornbread Batter
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- Cooking spray (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature before cooking the mini corn dogs.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to distribute all the leavening and seasoning evenly.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg until the mixture is smooth and well blended, ensuring proper texture for the batter.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the cornbread light and tender.
- Insert Toothpicks: Place a toothpick into each mini hot dog or cocktail sausage, leaving enough of the toothpick exposed so you can hold it while dipping and eating.
- Coat Hot Dogs: Dip each mini hot dog into the prepared cornbread batter, making sure it is evenly coated with a thick layer to create the signature cornbread swirl.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the batter-coated hot dogs in the basket, spacing them apart so hot air can circulate freely for even cooking.
- Cook: Air fry the mini corn dogs at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes or until the cornbread coating is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the mini corn dogs from the air fryer and serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as ketchup, mustard, or honey mustard for a tasty treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cornbread texture light and fluffy.
- Make sure to leave space between the mini corn dogs in the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your specific air fryer model.
- Use toothpicks to make dipping and eating easier and less messy.
- These can be served with a variety of dipping sauces to suit your taste preferences.
