Air Fryer Corn Dogs

Air Fryer Corn Dogs are made with hot dogs dipped in a cornmeal, flour, and milk batter; air fry at 370°F for 10 minutes until the coating is crispy and golden.

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Time
10 min
Temp
370°F
Calories
220
Serves
8
Family FriendlyKid Favorite Easy
Air Fryer Corn Dogs

Method

  1. 1

    Pat hot dogs very dry. Insert wooden sticks into each one.

  2. 2

    Mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk in egg, milk, and melted butter until smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour batter into a tall glass. Dip each hot dog, twirling to coat evenly. Let excess drip off.

  4. 4

    Spray with cooking spray. Air fry at 370°F for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Serve with mustard and ketchup.

Pro tip. A tall glass makes dipping so much easier than a bowl. Pat the hot dogs completely dry or the batter won't stick. If batter slides off, dust the dogs with flour first. Don't overcrowd — cook in batches for even browning.

Why the air fryer wins here

  • Ready in 10 minutes. The same dish takes about 16 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
  • Uses a fraction of the oil of deep frying, which is how this comes in at 220 calories a serving.
  • Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.

Storing and reheating

Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.

Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes rather than the microwave so the outside crisps back up. See the reheat guide for exact times by food.

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