Mini Corn Dogs Bites (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Batter

01 - 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal
05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
07 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Filling

09 - 10 hot dogs, cut into thirds

→ For Frying

10 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying

# Instructions:

01 - Pour 2 inches of vegetable oil into a deep skillet and heat over medium until the temperature reaches 265°F.
02 - In a small bowl, stir together buttermilk, egg, and honey until well combined.
03 - In a separate large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a uniform batter forms.
05 - Dip 5 to 6 hot dog pieces into the batter, ensuring each is fully coated. Let any excess batter drip off.
06 - Fry the coated hot dog pieces in batches for 3 to 4 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and light. Remove with a slotted spoon when done.
07 - Transfer fried corn dogs to a cooling rack or a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
08 - Continue coating and frying the remaining hot dog pieces in batches.
09 - Serve warm with ketchup and mustard if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Nutritional content does not account for the oil absorbed during frying; the total fat and calorie content may vary.