Easy Recipes Classic Homemade Corn Dogs
Crispy homemade corn dogs with a golden cornmeal batter are perfect for family meals or parties. Enjoy this easy recipes favorite from Betty Cooks.
Servings: 10 corn dogs
Ingredients
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted bacon drippings
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 pounds hot dogs
- Wooden sticks
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in melted bacon drippings, egg, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Pat hot dogs dry and insert wooden sticks into the ends.
- Dip each hot dog into the batter, coating evenly.
- Carefully lower into hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.