Homemade Corn Dog Batter With Pancake Mix
Who doesn't love a good corn dog? That crispy, crunchy exterior and juicy cornbread interior is just irresistible. But you don't have to wait for the county fair to satisfy your craving. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up your own batch of homemade corn dogs right in your own kitchen. And the best part? You can use pancake mix to make the batter!
Ingredients
For the batter, you'll need:
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
For the hot dogs, you'll need:
- 8 hot dogs
- 8 wooden skewers or popsicle sticks
Instructions
1. Preheat your deep fryer or a large pot filled with oil to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the pancake mix, cornmeal, sugar, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vegetable oil.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth.
5. Insert a wooden skewer into each hot dog, leaving about 2 inches sticking out at the top. This will make it easier to dip the hot dogs in the batter and fry them.
6. Pour the batter into a tall glass or container. Dip each hot dog into the batter, making sure it's coated evenly.
7. Carefully place the battered hot dogs into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the corn dogs from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil.
8. Repeat with the remaining hot dogs until they're all fried.
9. Serve the corn dogs hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
Here are a few tips to help you make the best homemade corn dogs with pancake mix:
- Make sure your oil is hot enough before frying the corn dogs. If it's not hot enough, the batter will absorb too much oil and be greasy.
- Dry off the hot dogs before dipping them in the batter. This will help the batter stick better.
- Don't overcrowd your fryer or pot. Fry the corn dogs in batches so they have room to cook evenly.
- Use a tall glass or container for the batter to make it easier to dip the hot dogs.
- Experiment with different dipping sauces to find your favorite. Ketchup, mustard, and barbecue sauce are classic options.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to make homemade corn dog batter with pancake mix, you can enjoy this classic fair food anytime you want. Serve them at your next backyard barbecue or make a batch as a fun snack for your family. They're sure to be a hit!