Candy Corn Corn Dogs (Print-Friendly Version)
Classic corn dogs get a festive twist with candy corn for extra sweetness and color.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For Frying
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1.9 litres neutral oil (e.g. canola or vegetable), for deep frying
→ Corn Dog Assembly
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6 hot dogs
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6 wooden sticks or chopsticks
→ Batter
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120 grams cornmeal
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125 grams all-purpose flour
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85 grams candy corn
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50 grams granulated sugar
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16 grams baking powder
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1.5 grams fine salt
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0.5 grams ground black pepper
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1 large egg
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240 millilitres whole milk
# How to Make It:
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Heat the oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed skillet to 190°C.
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Add the egg and milk to the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined, then fold in the candy corn until evenly distributed.
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Insert a wooden stick or chopstick into each hot dog, leaving enough handle for dipping and frying.
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Pour the batter into a tall glass. Dip each hot dog into the batter, rotating to ensure a thick, even coating.
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Carefully lower each coated hot dog into the hot oil. Fry for about 3 minutes, or until deep golden brown and crisp.
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Transfer fried corn dogs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with chocolate syrup or your favourite dipping sauce.
# Extra Information:
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For best results, keep the batter cold and work in batches to maintain oil temperature.