There’s just nothing like a freshly fried hand dipped corn dog. This corn dog recipe replicates the recipe used at Disneyland, where corn dogs are a favorite past time. A simple corn bread batter is used to coat hot dogs and they are then fried to golden brown perfection. They are easy to make and can easily be frozen and reheated later.
What kind of hot dogs should I use?
We recommend using a high quality hot dog for the best results. Looking for the words “all beef” on the packaging generally indicates a higher quality hot dog. Choose a hot dog that you like. You can make corn dogs using any shape of hot dog as well so you can choose long and skinny, or the short and fat kind. It’s all about your personal taste preferences.
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Where can I buy popsicle sticks or craft sticks?
You can find popsicle or craft sticks in the craft section at major superstores like Walmart or Target. They can also often be found in grocery stores near the section where they sell other food related items like toothpicks and straws.
Can I freeze homemade corn dogs? How do I reheat them?
It’s super easy to freeze what you don’t eat right away. Reheat in the oven on a baking sheet at 400 degrees for about 10-12 minutes. They will crisp up and still be pretty tasty. There’s nothing quite like fresh, but homemade frozen corn dogs are way better than store bought.
PRO TIP: Don’t have buttermilk? It’s easy to make your own buttermilk substitute! You’ll just need regular milk and a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice. Or try one of our other buttermilk substitute options.
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Disneyland Hand Dipped Corn Dogs
Ingredients
- 1 quart Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup corn meal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 8 hot dogs
- Popsicle or craft sticks
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Use a whisk to beat in the egg, milk, and melted butter.
- Insert the popsicle or craft sticks into each hot dog leaving enough of the stick showing to create a handle. Pat each hot dog dry with a paper towel.
- Transfer batter to a tall drinking glass for easy dipping. Dip each hot dog into the batter, covering the hot dog completely. After dipping, put immediately into the hot oil to fry.
- Fry each dog until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per corndog. Put on paper towels to drain.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published on The Stay At Home Chef on June 10, 2013.
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ToeNailJr says
I have made these 3 times now. The first was to try the recipe. The second was because my wife requested them as part of her birthday dinner. The third time was for my son who loves corn dogs from a box. We ate some when I made them but I made about 12 extra to freeze so he could see if he liked them. Well I am making the last two at my granddaughters request. 375 for 22 minutes seems to get them heated up and crispy straight from the freezer into the oven. Fantastic recipe. I am unsure if it is working but I am attempting to give this 5 stars!
Nikki says
Real great recipe, but I added 2 table spoons of honey and it was absolutely perfect!!
Tia says
Would like to know where you got the digital thermometer in your clip.
Rachel Farnsworth says
I use the Thermoworks Thermapen and highly recommend any of their products.
Larry Sorenson says
I am going to try these tonight….. Will let you know tomorrow….. They sound so yummy…..
Niki Simmons says
My husband loves fried cheese sticks that are battered same as corn dogs. We get them in Malls or sometimes at a fair. Would I be able to substitute a cheese stick for the hot dog in the recipe?
Rachel Farnsworth says
Yes you can! (and it’s delicious!)
John says
From experience let me tell you to freeze the cheese first. Keeps it from seeping out everywhere.
Brian says
There is absolutely no honey in this recipe…. How can you call it “Honey Dipped Corn Dogs”?
Rachel Farnsworth says
It’s called a HAND dipped corn dog.
Lisa Granados says
Sounds so good going to try this Saturday for my nieces
barbee says
It looks like your hot dogs in the video are pre-cooked..is this right? I could never get the batter to stick to the dogs but I am going to try this I LOVE CORN DOGS.
Rachel Farnsworth says
They are just hot dogs straight from the package.
Diane DeVos says
Just make sure the hot dogs are dry
Dave says
Try mixing it can of cream corn into the batter makes it even better
Brittany says
Tried these tonight and they were very good. My 7 year old daughter loved them and she is s super picky eater!
Terry Triplett says
I have self rising corn meal. Should I omit baking powder?
Rachel Farnsworth says
It may or may not work. I don’t know how much baking powder is in your corn meal already.
Jade says
Can I use plain milk instead of buttermilk? What is the difference?
Rachel Farnsworth says
I highly recommend buttermilk. I have a list of buttermilk substitutes here: https://thestayathomechef.com/buttermilk-substitute/
Selena says
So is it 1 cup of buttermilk or 1 1/4 cup ????
Rachel Farnsworth says
1 to 1 1/4 cup. It really depends on how accurately you measure your flour and cornmeal. Cups really aren’t the most accurate measurement so it causes a bit of a variation.
Renee says
I made these and was actually surprised at how good they were. Fast and easy, my type of meal.
Fraser says
These turned out fantastic. They were crispier than others that we have made. I would try a dusting the hotdogs in flower prior to calling them in the future. Thanks for sharing.