Description
These Sourdough Mini Corn Dogs are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and made with sourdough discard for a subtle tangy flavor. They’re baked until golden and perfect for lunchboxes, game days, parties, or an easy family snack. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces for a fun homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240g) sourdough discard
- 1 cup (120g) fine yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 24 mini hot dogs or cocktail sausages
- Cooking spray or melted butter for the baking sheet
- Wooden sticks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Pat the mini hot dogs dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, egg, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. The batter should be thick enough to coat the hot dogs.
- If using sticks, insert one into each mini hot dog.
- Dip each hot dog into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Arrange the coated corn dogs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Bake for 14 to 18 minutes, or until the coating is puffed and lightly golden.
- For extra color, broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully.
- Cool for about 5 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Dry the hot dogs well so the batter sticks properly.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the coating light and fluffy.
- Fine cornmeal creates the smoothest texture.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8 to 10 minutes if preferred.
- Freeze leftovers for quick snacks later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini corn dog
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 4g