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Crispy Mini Corn Dog Muffins Recipe Easy Juicy Hot Dog Bites

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These crispy mini corn dog muffins feature a crunchy cornmeal batter wrapped around juicy hot dog centers, making a perfect bite-sized snack that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 8 regular-sized hot dogs, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup (120g) yellow cornmeal
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk or buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil, plus extra for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease your muffin tin with vegetable oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Slice 8 regular hot dogs into bite-sized chunks, about 1 to 1.5 inches long. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional), and 1 tablespoon sugar. Whisk together until evenly combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs with 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk, 1 teaspoon honey (optional), and 1/4 cup vegetable oil until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup to cover the bottom. Press one hot dog piece into the center of each cup. Cover the hot dog with more batter, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes until tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing carefully with a spatula or butter knife.

Notes

For extra crispiness, brush tops with melted butter after baking. Keep batter thick to avoid soggy muffins. Use fresh baking powder for best rise. Let eggs and milk come to room temperature before mixing. Avoid microwaving leftovers to maintain crispiness; reheat in oven or toaster oven instead.

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