Corn Dog Muffin Bites

By devogirl

This baked version is a great way to let your kids enjoy this nostalgic treat without all the mess and potential hazards. Crunchy cornbread wrapped around little slices of your favorite hot dogs make this recipe a fun change of pace for school lunch or even a quick dinner!

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cup cornmeal*
• 3/4 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 veggie hot dogs, cut into 1/2-inch coins (you can also use turkey or beef)
• Boxed cornbread mix also works great in this recipe. Follow the directions of the boxed mix and skip to step 5 to continue making the bites.

Details

Servings 40
Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 19mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 425° degrees.

2. Mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, buttermilk, eggs and oil.

4. Pour the dry cornmeal mixture into the wet ingredients and thoroughly combine with a whisk.*

5. Pour one tablespoon batter into greased mini muffin cups.

6. Lay turkey dog slice cut side down in the center of each batter-filled muffin cup.

7. Top with an additional tablespoon of batter.

8. Bake for 14 minutes and serve.