These easy Corndog Bites are made with juicy hot dogs nestled in cornbread batter, then baked to golden perfection. A fun, crowd-pleasing snack that's perfect for game days, lunch boxes, or an easy family meal!
Lately, my kids have been turning up their noses at their usual lunchbox sandwiches, so I've been on the hunt for a simple, no-fuss alternative they'll actually be excited about. And these Corndog Bites have been just the ticket!
Not only are they super easy to throw together - all you need is a box of cornbread mix, a few pantry staples, and some hot dogs - but they bake up golden, fluffy, and totally irresistible. They're delicious fresh out of the oven, but they also hold up really well for easy lunches throughout the week (which, honestly, has been a lifesaver on busy mornings).
If you're looking for a fun, low-stress recipe that hits that nostalgic corn dog flavor without all the extra work, you're going to love adding these to your regular rotation. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
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Why you will love these corndog bites.
Super easy to make - Just a box of cornbread mix, a few simple add-ins, and hot dogs - that's it!
Kid-approved and lunchbox-friendly - A fun alternative to the same old sandwich that actually gets eaten.
Perfect for parties, tailgates, and game days - Bite-sized, portable, and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Equipment
For this recipe you will need:
- Mixing bowls: I love these glass Pyrex mixing bowls.
- Whisk: This Oxo whisk works great.
- Mini muffin tin: This Cuisinart nonstick mini muffin tin is the perfect size and works great.
Ingredients
- Hotdogs: Any of your favorite hot dog brands will work for this recipe. Beef, pork and turkey all work great. You could also use smoked sausage if preferred. I personally love these Whole Foods 365 organic grass fed beef hotdogs.
- Cornbread mix : To make this recipe super easy I simply mixed up a box of cornbread mix. I love using Whole Foods 365 brand cornbread mix, which comes in a 15 oz package. But you can use the brand of your choice. Just be sure to increase the amount if it's a smaller size. Jiffy comes in 8 oz boxes so you would need 2 packages for this recipe. Krusteaz 15 oz cornbread mix also works well.
- Cornbread Add-Ins: Use the add-ins that are listed on the instructions of the cornbread mix. For me that is eggs, milk and vegetable oil. But this can change based on the brand.
- Non stick spray: Feel free to coat the pan traditionally with butter and flour if you prefer but I like to make things easier on myself with cooking spray. You can also line the muffin pan with liners if you prefer.
Tips and Tricks
The main issue that can come up is that the corndog bites stick to the mini muffin tin. To prevent this simply spray the pan with non-stick baking spray or line the tins with paper or silicone liners. These will ensure easy removal.
Also, be sure to check on the corndog bites while baking as different ovens and cornbread mixes can bake differently. You'll know they are done when the cornbread is cooked through and golden brown along the edges.
Dietary Restrictions
This recipe is easily make gluten free and dairy free.
Simply choose gluten free hotdogs and cornbread mix to make gluten free.
For a dairy free option you can replace milk with a non-dairy substitute such as oatmeal or almond milk.
Substitutions
Feel free to use any hot dog or sausage of your choice. I like using all beef hotdogs but this recipe also works well with pork or turkey hot dogs or any similar sized (fully cooked) smoked sausage.
Corndog Bites FAQs
You can use your favorite! Beef, turkey, chicken, or even plant-based hot dogs all work great in this recipe. I personally love Applegate or Teton hotdogs. Just make sure they're fully cooked before adding them to the batter.
Yes! They're delicious fresh out of the oven, but they also reheat really well. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge and warm them up in the microwave or toaster oven when you're ready to eat.
Absolutely. Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a zip-top bag or airtight container. They'll keep for about 2 months. Reheat straight from the freezer for an easy snack!
A mini muffin pan works best for that classic "bite-size" feel. You can use a regular muffin pan if you want larger corn dog muffins. Just be sure to adjust the baking time a bit longer.
They'll stay fresh for about 3-4 days in the fridge. After that, they're still safe to eat but may start to dry out a bit but a quick reheat helps bring them back to life.
Made this mini muffin Corndog Bites recipe? Let me know what you think in the comments!
Recipe
Corndog Bites
Equipment
- mixing bowls and whisk
- Mini Muffin Tin
Ingredients
- 6 hotdogs
- non-stick spray
Cornbread Mix and Add-in's
- 1 box cornbread mix I use a 365 brand 15 oz box of cornbread mix and add ingredients as listed
- 2 eggs OR the amount listed on the cornbread mix box
- 1 cup milk OR the amount listed on the cornbread mix box
- ⅓ cup vegetable OR the amount listed on the cornbread mix box
For serving
- ketchup
- mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Mix up the cornbread mix according to package instructions, using ingredients listed on the package. Set asideCut hotdogs into 1 inch pieces (approximately 6 pieces per hot dog). Spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray (you could also use muffin tin liners). Add 1 to 1.5 tablespoon of cornbread mixture into each mini muffin tin. Then insert one piece of hotdog into batter of each 10. (You will get approximately 36 corndog bites total). Bake at 400 degrees F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve with your choice of dipping sauce and enjoy!
Audrey
My kids loved these!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome
These are great little afternoon snacks!! And they go wonderfully with a big bowl of chili!!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome
These are great little afternoon snacks!! And they go wonderfully with a big bowl of chili!! I'll be making these again!
Bernice
How adorable are these and such a great idea too. I love that you can have all that corn dog flavour without having to pull out the deep fryer.
DK
These corndog bites were just perfect for my daughter's lunch! I always worry what to pack her for her school lunch but she really loved these corndog bites!
Leslie
My kids love this recipe! It's so fun and a great way to mix things up during the week!