Description
Waffle Corn Dogs bring together the crispy goodness of waffles and the savory comfort of hot dogs, making them an irresistible treat for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (brown sugar can deepen the flavor)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adds a touch of spice)
- 1 cup milk (non-dairy milk works for lactose-free options)
- 1 large egg (swap with a flax egg for a vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (melted butter can substitute for a richer taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (omit for a more savory flavor)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional based on your preference)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (provides mild heat and adds color to the batter)
- 4 hot dogs (select from beef, turkey, chicken, or vegan hot dogs for versatility)
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 wooden skewers (for easy handling)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Start by preheating your waffle iron and greasing it lightly to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the hot dogs: Insert wooden skewers into each hot dog, leaving enough room at the bottom for easy handling.
- Whisk the dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together milk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Mix the batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
- Coat the hot dogs: Dip each skewered hot dog into the batter, ensuring an even coating.
- Cook in the waffle iron: Place the coated hot dogs in the preheated waffle iron and cook for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Heat the oil: While the waffle corn dogs are cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a fryer or deep pot until it reaches 350°F.
- Fry for extra crispiness: Once cooked, transfer the waffle corn dogs to the hot oil and deep fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drain and serve: Remove corn dogs from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces!
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 corn dog
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg