Mini Corn Dogs

Big games call for fun finger foods, and what better way to celebrate than with a homemade twist on a classic snack? These Midnight Sesame Mini Corn Dogs use a convenient pantry staple – pancake mix – as a clever cornbread substitute when the craving strikes at odd hours. Perfect for a game night, party, or just a late-night snack, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser with its crispy sesame seed coating and easy-to-dip size.

Ingredients:

🥞 1 cup pancake mix
💦 Water (amount as directed by pancake mix package)
🌭 24 little smokies (mini sausages)
🦷 24 toothpicks
🏺 Oil for frying (such as vegetable or canola)
🍯 Sesame seeds or panko breadcrumbs for coating
🍅 Ketchup for serving
🌭 Mustard for serving

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 24 mini corn dogs

Equipment:

• Mixing bowl
• Skewers or toothpicks
• Frying pan or deep fryer
• Slotted spoon or fryer basket
• Paper towels (for draining)

Cooking Tips:

1. Ensure that your frying oil is at the correct temperature of 350°F (175°C) before you start to fry. This will help to get a crispy and golden brown coating.
2. If the pancake batter seems too runny after you mix it according to the package instructions, add a little more mix until you achieve a thicker consistency that will stick to the smokies.
3. Roll the dipped mini corn dogs in sesame seeds or panko breadcrumbs to add an extra crunch that goes beyond the traditional corn dog batter.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the pancake mix according to the package instructions in a mixing bowl, but adjust the consistency if needed. If the batter is too thin, add more mix to achieve a thicker consistency that will adhere to the sausages.
2. Heat the oil in a frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
3. Take each little smokie and insert a toothpick into one end.
4. Dip the smokies into the prepared pancake batter, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Roll the batter-coated smokies in sesame seeds or panko breadcrumbs for an extra crispy texture.
6. Carefully place the coated smokies into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown and crispy. This should take about 2-3 minutes; be careful not to overcook.
7. Using a slotted spoon or fryer basket, remove the mini corn dogs from the oil and set them to drain on paper towels.
8. Serve the piping hot Midnight Sesame Mini Corn Dogs with ketchup and mustard for dipping.
   Enjoy the satisfying crunch and the playful size of these treats as you cheer on your favorite team or simply indulge in a quick and delicious nostalgic snack!

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