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.
threeblondesandatomas 02.02.2012
omg, love these!! i will not be watching the game on sunday (the one lone ranger in the country, i’m sure), but will definitely keep these puppies (pun intended!) on hand for the future!! kudos!
Stacey @starpulp 02.01.2012
These will be perfect for National Corn Dog Day!
BETHIEOFVA 02.01.2012
I wonder if you could also do small cubes of cheese! YUM!!
Jamilya 02.01.2012
Hi Kristin
I live in Russia and have been reading your blog for already one year. I read a lot of american kinda “healthy food blogs” but yours is the best!!
I even baked apple crisp and made the Bacon Wrapped Turkey Breast with mozarella. And everyone who tried them were impressed and asked for the recipe!! So now I bake apple crisp as often as possible =)
Also i had never heard of chia seeds before I read your blog. And what do you think? – I ordered chia seeds recently from London iherb-type store.
Thank you for all your great recipes and inspiration to eat healthier. I had never thought before that healthy food could be so delisious!
Moreover your blog inspires me not only about food but about life (hope it doesn’t sound that dramatic) You are so positive and open and your family is so great – this kind of sincerity and happiness is so rare in our world now…it really helps to see life in more colourful way!
So just wanted to thank you for all you are doing! And let you know that you have fans in Russia! In case you would like your next travel spot to be Russia feel free to contact me and will do my best to make your visit incredible.
Good luck!
* sorry for my English – hope, my message is readable
Iowa Girl Eats 02.02.2012
Thank you so much Jamilya! :)
Anik Gilbert 02.02.2012
Looks so good …. Quick question …did you ever freeze them. I am leaving for the weekend and will be back just in time for the super ball so I was thinking of baking them ahead on Friday. Thoughts?
Shaney in Birmingham 02.01.2012
Wow I just made these a hour ago. My family thinks I’m a kitchen Rock Star now. Thank you for the recipe.
Kristin Carlson 02.01.2012
Thank you for making me the super cool mom of a corn dog lovin’ boy! From one Iowa girl to another, you rock!
Ryann 02.01.2012
This might be a silly question but do you precook the hot dog bites? If so, how long?
I am trying these for Sunday and want them to be JUST like yours! =)
Carol 02.02.2012
Do you mean pre-cook the hot dogs before making the bites? The answer would be no… as hot dogs are generally already cooked when you buy them (you’re just reheating them). Kindof like bologna. There are people who eat cold hot dogs right out of the package. So, no, no need to pre-cook the hot dogs.
Iowa Girl Eats 02.02.2012
Nope!
Leslie 02.01.2012
So cool. These are getting a try on Sunday.
kat 02.01.2012
OMG that is the cutest thing ever! I loved how you used a muffin pan! Definitely going to try making these in my cupcake maker. Thanks so much for the idea! :)
kelly 01.31.2012
I make this all the time for my boys. I cut the hotdogs into pieces to reduce the risk of chocking. They love them.
Liz 01.31.2012
These are so fun! I’m definitely going to need to come up with an allergy friendly version. :) Thanks for sharing!
MisfitMommy 01.31.2012
I found this today, and made these for dinner tonight.. Delish!! A total winner at my house! I halved the recipe since I only have one mini muffin pan, and I used turkey dogs. I’ll be making these again and again! Thanks!
Annissa 01.31.2012
LOVE! I made them tonight as part of dinner, and they were great. I used the less butter and applesauce version. I like them, because you get all the taste of homemade corn dogs, but it’s not as messy. Plus they’re baked.
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Beth @ Running on Cloud Nine 01.31.2012
So cute! I am going to a dairy-free/gluten-free/vegetarian non-super bowl party and have no idea what to make. Obviously these won’t work (unless I find some gluten-free veggie dogs) but I want an excuse to make these for something else!
Noelle 01.31.2012
Ho.ly.cuh.rap. There is nothing that’s going to stop me from making these for Sunday. I frakkin love corn dogs, but probably only eat them once every two years (which is probably a very good thing). @Amber- I went to college in PA (I’m from NJ), and the trash talking was unreal…and I’m not even a football fan! I only go for the food :)
Michele 01.31.2012
My family would love these! So cute, too!
Amber @ Busy, Bold, Blessed 01.31.2012
I’m a Giants fan (living in Eagles country, hello 24/7 trash talking from everyone) so I’m PUMPED! But even if my team wasn’t in the game I still love football and I loooove tailgating foods. We’re ordering a ton of wings and whipping up some sides for a family football feast!
And then I will be super sad when I realize football season is over haha.
Diane 01.31.2012
How is the no-sugar January going? I FINALLY started yesterday and it hasn’t been too bad…yet. I enjoyed a Green Monster for lunch and it really quenched my craving for sugar.
These corn dog muffins look great. I’m afraid to show my husband because I know he’ll want me to make them ASAP.
Great idea :o)
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