Description
Chili corn dogs are a delicious twist on the classic carnival snack, combining crispy cornmeal batter and juicy hot dogs with a spicy kick. Perfect for game day or a cozy movie night, these treats promise to delight your taste buds with every bite. Quick to prepare and irresistible, they’ll quickly become a favorite for gatherings or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 8 hot dogs (beef or turkey)
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups)
- Lollipop sticks or sturdy skewers
Instructions
- Prepare your station by gathering ingredients and tools: large pot for frying, mixing bowls, and measuring cups.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, chili powder, salt (to taste), milk, and eggs until smooth and thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Insert sticks into hot dogs and dip them into the batter to coat evenly.
- Fry coated hot dogs in hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg