Are you ready for some footballllll food?!
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably aware that the Super Bowl is this Sunday. Although earlier this week I made the epic make the mistake of asking Ben what day of the week it was being played on. I regretted the question before I even finished asking it.
Anyway, always up for a good theme week, I thought I’d share a few nibbles and bites over the next couple of days that are not only perfect for the big game on SUNDAY but would be a hit at any party or get-together during the year. Even if you don’t enjoy football, a good appetizer recipe is always good to have in your back pocket, no?
Watch How to Make Them!
I’m kicking things off (pun intended) with a sweet & savory bite that’s sure to score big points with any crowd – Mini Corn Dog Muffins. I am smashing my one corn dog a year rule to smithereens for these babies!
These sweet and poppable cornbread bites with hot dog studded centers taste exactly like a hot and yummy corn dog you’d get at the state fair…minus the suffocating heat and smothering crowds. You know what we call that? An UPGRADE!
Start by making the cornbread batter (you could also use a store-bought mix – I like Krusteaz Gluten-Free Cornbread.) Whisk together melted butter and sugar, then incorporate a couple eggs.
Next, pour in the secret ingredient that makes this cornbread ultra moist and yummy – buttermilk.
After the wet ingredients are combined, stir together the dry ingredients, including cornmeal, flour (either all-purpose or a gluten-free baking blend,) baking soda and salt. Then, whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients in two batches, whisking well between each batch.
Spray a mini muffin tin very well with non-stick spray then spoon 1 Tablespoon batter into each mini cup.
Next, cut up the hot dog centers. I used 100% beef Hebrew National Hot Dogs. You could use turkey dogs, if that’s your preference!
Hebrew National’s are longer, thinner hot dogs, so I cut each one into 6 pieces. You’ll want each piece to be about 1″ long.
Finally, place a hot dog piece into the center of each muffin tin.
And bake.
These piping hot, sweet and savory mini corn dog muffins are the perfect game-day food!
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Mini Corn Dog Muffins
Description
The original Mini Corn Dog Muffins! A fun and unique snack recipe for any special or ordinary occasion!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup certified gluten-free cornmeal
- 1 cup gluten-free baking blend or all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8-10 all-beef hot dogs, cut into 1" bites
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine butter and sugar in a bowl then whisk to combine. Add eggs then whisk to incorporate, and then add buttermilk and whisk to incorporate.
- In a separate bowl, combine baking soda, cornmeal, flour, and salt then stir to combine. Whisk into wet ingredients in two batches.
- Spray a mini muffin tin very well with non-stick spray then spoon 1 Tablespoon batter into each mini muffin cup. Place one hot dog bite into the middle of each cup.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes or until cornbread is golden brown. Cool in mini muffin tin for 5 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator then re-heat for 20-30 seconds before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite store-bought cornbread mix instead of making your own. I like Krusteaz Gluten Free Corn Bread!
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
Video
A dip in cold ketchup really sends the corn dog flavor over the top. I can’t get over how insane these are. I literally had to pry Ben’s fingers from the mini muffin tin. Once he popped, he could not stop!
These are amazing served straight out of the oven, but can be made ahead of time, stored in the refrigerator, and microwaved for 30 seconds or so when it’s kickoff time. They taste just as good reheated. Not that I nuked five today and would know or anything.
Strawberryrunt 02.20.2018
For some reason I had to cook them a lot longer. About 16 mins at 375 with the oven set to convection.
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Laura Kite 02.04.2018
Our family tradition on Super Bowl Sunday is eating appetizers while watching the commercials. Since giving up gluten, that’s been tough. I gave these a try determined to bring back our tradition. Amazing! I used Cup for Cup GF flour and could not tell these were GF! Terrific!
Bonny Blais 02.04.2018
This are a big hit! Made ahead and served with ketchup cups and warm cheese cups I’m thinking I’ll make a double batch next time!
Shawn 02.04.2018
I tried to make this twice today using Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Mix. Both times came out awful. Do not use this to make it. Trying again from scratch!
Vanessa 02.03.2018
I didn’t realize they would be so easy. Thanks for sharing! I can’t wait to make for our Super Bowl party!
Kim Arauz 01.28.2018
Can these be frozen and reheated? My daughter loves these and requested them to take them to school for lunch. I’m hoping these would be good to make ahead and freeze, reheat that morning and put in a thermos.
Kristin 01.30.2018
Yes! They freeze really really well.
Lisa 01.27.2018
Do you think this would work with little smokies cut in half instead of hot dogs?
Kristin 01.30.2018
Sure!
Lisa B. 01.27.2018
I have made mini loaves of cornbread stuffed with andouille and served with mustard. You have found an even easier way to make something very similar. Im going ti yry it your eay thus time. May have to make a batch of each!
Kristin 01.30.2018
Love that idea!!
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Cassie Ainscough 01.24.2018
Can you freeze these as well? How long are they usually good for in the fridge?
Kristin 01.25.2018
Yep, you can definitely freeze these! I usually refrigerate for 3-4 days before transferring any leftovers to the freezer.
Reba 01.20.2018
Hey! Curious if I can sub coconut milk for buttermilk? Have you tried? I do GF & Dairy ?
Rexine 01.15.2018
These are delicious.
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Jill 08.13.2017
How are these for freezing? If I were to make up a batch for school lunches could I freeze them and be still yummy later?