Savory Mini Corn Dog Muffins (Printable Version)

Bite-sized muffins with hot dogs, perfect for gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Corn Muffin Batter

01 - 1 cup yellow cornmeal
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 tbsp baking powder
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1 cup milk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

09 - 4 regular hot dogs, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Optional Toppings

10 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin or line with mini muffin liners.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined (do not overmix).
05 - Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup, filling about 2/3 full.
06 - Gently press one piece of hot dog into the center of each cup. Sprinkle with cheese and chives if desired.
07 - Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted beside the hot dog comes out clean.
08 - Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm with ketchup and mustard for dipping.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This recipe is a fun twist on a favorite, making it ideal for both kids and adults.
  • They bake quickly and disappear even faster, making them perfect for last-minute get-togethers.
02 -
  • Always whisk your dry ingredients well to prevent clumps in your batter.
  • Resist the urge to overmix the batter; it’s better to have a few lumps than dense muffins!
03 -
  • Using room temperature ingredients can help your batter blend more evenly.
  • For an extra touch of flavor, try adding a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the batter.
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