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Corn Dogs are hard to come by when you have to go gluten-free, but these Gluten Free Corn Dogs are relatively easy to make, and SO good! \t\t<\/p>\n

Note: This recipe was first posted on my original blog, Celebration Generation, on June 25, 2012. It was transferred over to this blog - existing comments and all - on 9\/17\/2021, and updated on 11\/23\/2022.<\/i><\/p>\n

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Corn dogs are a childhood favorite for a lot of people, a nostalgic fair food, whether from county fairs in the US, or our seasonal fairs up here.<\/p>\n

Like many other nostalgic foods, it can sometimes be hard to find a great version, when you find yourself relegated to special diets, such as the need to stick to gluten free foods.<\/p>\n

I found the lack of comfort foods to be the toughest part of my Dx - getting bad news means NEEDING comfort foods, IMHO!<\/p>\n

Anyway, as with everything else, I quickly realized that the only way I was going to properly satisfy the craving was to make my own gluten free version.<\/p>\n

I worked up a delicious cornmeal batter, which really let the natural flavors of the corn and alternate flour shine, and everything was good with the world.<\/p><\/div>\n

Anyway, the other day I blogged a recipe for Gluten Free Hushpuppies<\/a>... which was actually inspired by this recipe. <\/p>\n

We'd fried up the leftover batter from making a batch of these corn dogs - this gluten-free batter was just too fabulous to waste! <\/p>\n

Anyway, after a long day at a farmers market - situated right next to a corn dog cart - we decided that I should probably blog my gluten-free corn dogs!<\/p><\/div>\n

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Gluten Free Corn Dogs<\/h4>\n

This recipe has evolved over the years - The first time around, we didn\u2019t have any regular cornmeal in the house. <\/p>\n

We did have Red Cornmeal<\/a> and Blue Cornmeal<\/a>, though \u2013 red having a sweeter, delicate flavor, while blue has a more rustic, earthy, almost roasted flavor. \t\t\t<\/p>\n

We went with red, and the resulting corn dogs were delicious \u2013 soft, pillowy, and full of flavor!<\/p><\/div>\n

This homemade corn dogs recipe works equally well with blue or yellow cornmeal, though!<\/p>\n

Beyond the actual flavor being perfect, they lacked any of the telltale \u201cgluten-free\u201d texture issues- they were light and airy, moist, and had no \u201cgummy\u201d to it at all.<\/p>\n

You could easily serve these to people who are not living gluten-free, without anyone knowing the difference.<\/p>\n

Consider making a batch for your next party - your guests will love them!<\/p><\/div>\n

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Ingredients<\/h2>\n

This recipe utilizes slightly different ingredients than what you\u2019d normally find as batter ingredients, but they\u2019re all fairly basic ingredients that you should be able to find in any larger grocery store.<\/p>\n

A few notes for you:<\/p>\n

Gluten Free Flour Mix<\/h4>\n

As with all of my recipes, I use individual gluten free flours, specifically chosen for the recipe I\u2019m developing. <\/p>\n

This control over flavour and the properties of each flour gives the best results, and is more consistent than using any of the \u201call purpose\u201d blends, in my experience.<\/p><\/div>\n

For this recipe, you will need:<\/p>\n

Masa Harina<\/a> \/ Yellow Corn Flour
\nWhite Rice Flour<\/a>
\nYellow Corn Meal<\/a>
\nTapioca Starch<\/a> \/ Tapioca Flour<\/a>
\nXanthan Gum<\/a>\n<\/div>\n

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Gluten Free Hot Dogs<\/h4>\n

You can use whatever type of weiner suits your needs: regular hot dogs, chicken hot dogs, turkey hot dogs... even natural casing dogs, grass-fed beef hot dogs, or gluten-free veggie dogs.<\/p>\n

You can even use breakfast sausage or brats - just be sure they\u2019re fully cooked, before dipping them!<\/p><\/div>\n

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Frying Oil<\/h4>\n

I recommend using vegetable oil, sunflower oil, or canola oil for deep frying these gluten free corn dogs.<\/p>\n

Peanut oil is technically another option, but I\u2019m not fond of the flavor it imparts on this recipe, specifically.\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Buttermilk<\/h4>\n

Buttermilk is best, but you can also use regular 2% milk, or any plant based milk for this recipe - with or without a tablespoon of lemon juice mixed in.<\/p>\n

We have been making it with unsweetened almond milk lately - that\u2019s what\u2019s pictured in the process shots on this update.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Optional Ingredients<\/h4>\n

I like to add a little extra seasoning to my corn dog batter - not enough to pick out any one of the flavours, just a hint of *something*.<\/p>\n

What I use is:<\/p>\n

Cayenne Pepper<\/a>
\nMustard Powder<\/a>
\nOnion Powder<\/a><\/p>\n

Sometimes I\u2019ll skip those seasonings and make a honey batter, swapping out the granulated sugar in favour of liquid honey.<\/p>\n

If I\u2019m doing cooked breakfast sausages as corn dogs, I\u2019ll swap the sugar out for maple syrup, and add \u00bd teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Yeah, vanilla flavor in corn dogs sounds a bit odd, but it\u2019s almost like a pancake batter with sausage.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Everything Else<\/h4>\n

Rounding out this recipe, you will need:<\/p>\n

Unsalted butter
\nLarge eggs
\nGranulated sugar
\nBaking powder \/ sodium bicarbonate
\nSalt
\nBaking soda<\/p>\n

... but I really don\u2019t have anything to add, as far as those ingredients go!<\/p><\/div>\n

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Equipment and Supplies<\/h2>\n

In addition to ingredients, there are a few pieces of equipment and supplies that will help you out with this recipe:<\/p>\n

Skewers<\/h4>\n

While technically optional, these make the dipping easier, and really... food on a stick is just fun to eat!<\/p>\n

There are a few different things you can use as a corn dog stick.<\/p>\n

You can buy a product specifically sold as Corn Dog Skewers<\/a>, which are a good size to use.<\/div>\n

Candy Apple Sticks<\/a> also work, if you happen to have them on hand - though, I prefer a smaller diameter for this use.<\/p>\n

On that note though, have you tried my Candy Apples<\/a>, or Maple Caramel Apples<\/a>? Both are fantastic \"food on a stick\" dessert options! <\/i><\/p>\n

Personally, I just use the Bamboo Skewers<\/a> I keep on hand for making things like my Chicken Satay<\/a>.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re a bit long, so I just trim them down to size with a pair of kitchen scissors.<\/p>\n

The key to whatever you use is that they - when inserted into the hot dogs - aren\u2019t so long that the whole thing won\u2019t fit in whatever vessel you\u2019re frying them in.\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Deep Fryer<\/h4>\n

You need something to fry these in.<\/p>\n

While an actual deep fryer is convenient in terms of keeping the temperature of the oil consistent, don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t have one.<\/p>\n

I just use a big, heavy bottomed pot and a deep frying thermometer.<\/p><\/div>\n

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A Tall Drinking Glass<\/h4>\n

I use a drinking glass to hold the batter for dipping the prepared hot dogs.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll want one that\u2019s at least as long as the weiner you\u2019re dipping, plus a few inches. <\/p>\n

You don\u2019t want the weiner to touch the bottom of the glass, really - and there should be some head space to avoid a mess.\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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How to Make Gluten Free Corn Dogs<\/h2>\n

The full recipe is in the recipe card at the end of this post, here is a pictorial walk through.<\/i><\/p>\n

Get Everything Ready<\/h4>\n

Heat oil 375 F (190 C). You can use a deep fryer, or a heavy pan.<\/p>\n

Note: If you\u2019re not using a deep fryer, use a heavy, deep pot, filled with at least 3 inches of oil. <\/p>\n

I\u2019ll usually heat it over medium high or high heat until it\u2019s close to the right temperature, then turn it down to medium heat, monitor, and adjust as necessary.<\/i><\/p>\n

Dry the hot dogs off with napkins WELL. Dust with a little masa flour, knock any excess off. <\/p>\n

You want just a dusting - if the hotdog isn\u2019t coated, the batter won\u2019t stick. If there is excess masa on the weiner, the batter will just pull it off and ALSO not stick!<\/i><\/p>\n

If using skewers, stick them into hotdogs, making sure they go in to about halfway up the length of the hotdog, set aside.<\/p><\/div>\n

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In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients - including seasonings, if using - whisking to combine.<\/p>\n

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In a separate, medium bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter together. <\/p>\n

Stir wet and dry ingredients together, mixing until well combined and relatively smooth.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Cover with plastic wrap and allow to sit for 10 minutes.<\/p>\n

Dip and Cook!<\/h4>\n

Once 10 minutes is up, give the batter a stir and check the consistency - you can whisk in a little additional milk if you want to thin it out a bit.<\/p>\n

Pour batter into a tall glass. <\/p>\n

You want enough batter in the glass to be able to coat the entire hot dog, but enough space at the top so the batter doesn\u2019t spill over when you dip the weiner.<\/p>\n

You likely won\u2019t fit all of the batter in on one batch - top it up as you go!<\/i><\/div>\n

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Gently dip hotdogs in the batter one at a time, slowly removing from the batter and allowing excess to drip off.\t\t<\/p>\n

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Carefully transfer dipped hot dogs to hot oil as you go.<\/p>\n

Fry a few at a time - turning every few minutes - until golden brown.<\/p><\/div>\n

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As corn dogs are cooked, use a (metal!) slotted spoon or metal tongs to transfer them from the oil, to a pan lined with paper towel.<\/p>\n

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Gluten Free Corn Fritters<\/h4>\n

Once you run out of weiners, you can use 2 spoons to top rounded teaspoons of batter into the fryer, and fry til golden.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a great way to use up the remaining batter - basically hush puppies!<\/p>\n

Serving and Leftovers<\/h4>\n

Serve hot, with mustard and\/or ketchup for dipping.<\/p>\n

Leftovers can be cooled to room temperature and transferred to a freezer bag for storage in the fridge.<\/p>\n

These are best reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes at 380-400.<\/p><\/div>\n

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More Gluten-Free Snacks and Appetizer Recipes!<\/h2>\n

Looking for even more fantastic gluten-free munchies that *everyone* will love? Look no further!<\/p>\n

Ahi Tuna Nachos<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers<\/a>
\n Gluten-Free Beaver Tail Recipe<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Cheez-Its<\/a>
\nGluten-Free Chicken Nuggets<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Chicken Pakora<\/a>
\n Gluten-Free Chicken Satay<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Doughnut Holes Recipe<\/a>
\n Gluten-Free Fried Brie<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Gougeres<\/a>
\n Gluten-Free Mixed Vegetable Pakora<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Paneer Pakora<\/a>
\n Gluten-Free Pizza Bites<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Samosa Recipe<\/a>
\n Gluten-Free Soft Pretzels<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Sauerkraut Buns [Piroshki]<\/a>
\n Gluten Free Tempura<\/a>
\nLoaded Mini Baked Potatoes<\/a>\n<\/div>\n

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Share the Love!<\/h2>\n

Before you chow down, be sure to take some pics of your handiwork! If you post it to Bluesky, be sure to tag us - @CelebrationGen<\/a>. We're also on Pinterest<\/a>, so you can save all your favourite recipes to a board!<\/p>\n

Also, be sure to subscribe to my free email newsletter, so you never miss out on any of my nonsense.<\/p>\n

Finally, if you love this recipe, please consider leaving a star rating and a comment!\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Gluten Free Corn Dogs<\/h2>\n
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Corn Dogs are usually hard to come by when you have to go gluten-free, but these Gluten Free Corn Dogs are relatively easy to make, and SO good!<\/span><\/div>\n
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Prep Time<\/span>15 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Cook Time<\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Resting time<\/span>10 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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Course: <\/span>Appetizer, Main Course<\/span><\/div>
Cuisine: <\/span>American, Gluten-free<\/span><\/div>
Diet: <\/span>, Gluten Free<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
Servings: <\/span>8<\/span> Corn dogs<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Calories: <\/span>395<\/span>kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h3>