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Mar 17, 2025 | Food Blog

National Corn Dog Day is celebrated annually on March 22nd and is a great excuse to indulge in one of America’s favorite snack foods. Corn Dogs are a classic American treat that is beloved by all ages. These handheld treats are made of a hot dog, dipped in a sweet cornmeal batter, then deep-fried.
The history of the corn dog is difficult to trace as its exact origin is widely disputed. However, the earliest known recipe for a corn dog dates back to the 1920s and was featured in a cookbook called “Krispy Kritters“ published in 1929. The recipe called for the batter to be fried in a deep fryer, which is the classic method of cooking a corn dog today. The invention of the corn dog is often attributed to German immigrants in Texas who were looking for a new way to cook their traditional sausage. It is thought that the cornmeal batter was used to help the sausages cook more quickly and evenly. The corn dog became popular in the United States during the 1950s with the rise of fast food and the invention of the hot dog roller, which allowed for the mass production of corn dogs. Since then, the corn dog has become a popular snack food and is often served at state fairs, carnivals, and amusement parks. Today, there are many varieties of corn dogs, including gluten–free, vegan, and gourmet varieties.
According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, Americans consume over 20 billion hot dogs per year, including over 2.5 billion corn dogs. Globally, it is estimated that over 40 billion hot dogs are consumed each year, but there is no reliable data on the number of corn dogs consumed
Fun Facts about Corn Dogs
• The first corn dog was invented in the 1940s by Pronto Pup.
• The world’s largest corn dog was made in October of 2011, weighing a whopping 123 pounds.
• The average corn dog is only 150 calories.
• Corn dogs are popular in many countries around the world.

Corn Dog Recipe

Ingredients:

-1 cup of flour
-1 teaspoon of salt
-1 tablespoon of sugar
-2 teaspoons of baking powder
-2 eggs, beaten
-3/4 cup of milk
-1/2 cup of cornmeal
-1/4 teaspoon of pepper
-1/2 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
-1 pound of hot dogs
-Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.

2. In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs and milk until smooth.

3. Slowly add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until all of the ingredients are combined.

4. Add the cornmeal, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce to the batter and mix until all of the ingredients are incorporated.

5. Skewer each hot dog with a wooden skewer or metal skewer.

6. Dip each skewered hot dog into the batter.

7. Heat a deep pan of oil over medium-high heat.

8. Carefully drop the battered hot dogs into the hot oil.

9. Fry the battered hot dogs for about 3 minutes, or until they are golden brown.

10. Remove the corn dogs from the oil and drain on a paper towel.

11. Serve warm with your favorite condiments. Enjoy!

Celebrating National Corn Dog Day is easy and fun. You can either make your own at home or head to your nearest fair or carnival. Hot dog stands at ballparks and other outdoor venues often offer up corn dogs for the special day. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can try out different variations of the traditional corn dog like bacon-wrapped or even jalapeno-stuffed corn dogs. No matter how you choose to celebrate, National Corn Dog Day is a great way to enjoy an American classic. Let us know your personal story about Corn Dogs.

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