This easy mini corn dog bites recipe put the frozen ones to shame! They are simple to make with a cornbread mix, and taste super fresh and delicious. Ready to transport yourself straight to a carnival from the comfort of your own kitchen? This mini corndog bites recipe is for you!

easy mini corn dog bites on a serving plate with ketchup on the side

Mini corn dog bites are such a fun treat to have at home! My kids love to have them for lunch on the weekends and when they are home from school. I used to always use the frozen ones, but have you ever looked at the ingredient list on the back? Ick! I knew there had to be a much better way to make them. Enter this easy mini corn dog bites recipe! These simple bite-sized corn dogs are made with cornbread mix, hot dogs, and a few other ingredients that I can guarantee that you already have in your pantry!

These homemade mini corn dog bites are so easy to make that you’ll never miss the frozen ones. You know those fresh, hot, delicious ones that you can get at a fair or carnival? These are reminiscent of those, and you don’t even have to leave the house! To make these bite-sized corn dogs, start by mixing together your cornbread mix, milk, egg, water, onion powder, and chipotle powder. This is the batter that your hot dogs will go into! Next, divide the batter evenly in your sprayed mini-muffin tin. Chop your hot dogs into small pieces, and then place each one in the middle of the mini muffin tin sections that you have already poured your batter into. Now, all you have to do is bake them until they are the perfect shade of golden brown. Voila! A tasty, savory handheld treat is ready to enjoy.

Why You’ll Love This Mini Corn dog Bites Recipe

These are simple and quick to make and are a much better option than frozen mini corndogs.

Your little ones will love having these on hand to eat for lunch, dinner, or even a snack!

These corndog bites don’t require any frying, which means you don’t have all of that extra added grease.

With cornbread mix as your only dry ingredient (other than spices), this mini corn dog bites recipe is such a breeze to whip together.

Ingredients For Easy Mini Corn Dog Bites

1 15 oz box cornbread mix I use Famous Dave’s

1 egg

1/3 cup milk

1/3 cup water

1 tsp. onion powder

1/8 tsp. chipotle powder

6 bun length hot dogs, cut into 5 pieces

close up photo of one mini corn dog bite

How to Make Homemade Mini Corn Dog Bites

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2: Add cornbread mix, egg, milk, water, onion powder, and chipotle powder to a medium size bowl and whisk to combine.

Step 3: Scoop 2 tsp. cornbread batter into each muffin tin.

Step 4: insert one sliced hot dog section into each muffin cup. Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 5: Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from pan. Serve with ketchup, mustard, and honey if preferred.

What to Serve/Pair with Bite-Sized Corn Dogs

You can serve any of your favorite side items with these mini corn dog bites. For an easy, family-friendly side item, try these garlic parmesan smashed potatoes. They are a tasty alternative to fries! Want something lighter, like a salad? I love to serve these corn dog bites with this strawberry spinach salad. For something on the sweet side, go with this tasty orange creamsicle fluff salad.

You can also pair these homemade mini corn dog bites with any of your favorite condiments! Whether that is the traditional ketchup or mustard, or even barbecue sauce, ranch, or mayo. Choose any of your favorite dipping sauces and try it out!

Popular Substitutions & Additions

You can use any of your favorite hot dogs in this recipe. I typically use turkey dogs, but if I’m trying to get my kiddos to eat more veggies, I’ve even made this using veggie dogs.

If you like added spice and don’t have little ones eating this meal, try adding some chopped jalapenos into the batter. It’s delicious!

Storage & Leftovers

These homemade mini corn dogs are delicious leftovers. Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, put them in the microwave for about 30-40 seconds for each corndog.

Easy Mini Corn Dog Bites FAQs

If I don’t have a mini muffin tin can I use a regular muffin tin?

For this one, you’re going to want to stick to the mini muffin tins. The larger ones would take longer for the batter to cook through, which could dry them out and overcook the hot dog.

Does it matter which brand of cornbread mix that I use?

Nope! For these corn dog bites, use any of your favorite mixes. I use Famous Daves, but you can use just about any brand.

Will these be crispy like the ones you get at a carnival?

While these corn dogs won’t be as crisp as the fried ones, they still pack the same delicious flavor, and you don’t have to deal with all of the grease.

mini corn dog bites stacked on top of each other for serving

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