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Weight Watchers Recipe of the Day: Mini Corn Dog Muffins

I made these Mini Skinny Corn Dog Muffins to celebrate the arrival of fall.

I love everything about fall. The cooler weather. The foods. The holidays. And especially the fall fairs and festivals and fun food associated with them.

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WW Friendly Mini Corn Dog Muffins

What could be more fun than mini corn dog muffins? I got the idea for these mini corn dog muffins one day while reading, Sara Noel's Frugal Living Column in the Arizona Republic.

She was responding to a woman who had written in to justify buying a corn-dog maker from Amazon as a cost saving measure. (Which goes to show that we humans can rationalize just about anything :-))

Sara had responded suggesting that you can make cornbread muffins in a mini muffin tin and add a cut-up piece of hot dog in each compartment to make mini corn dogs.

And if the kids are really missing them, add a stick after baking. Who knew? A creative, healthy, thrifty alternative to corn dogs.

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Mini Corn Dog Muffins

Baked Mini Corn Dog Muffins! What a great way for those of us who want to indulge our taste buds and fit into our skinny jeans to have it all.

I immediately set my mind on making a batch of these baked skinny mini corn dog muffins as soon as I gathered the ingredients: 97% fat free Hebrew National hotdogs and a small package (6 muffin size/6.5 ounces) of corn muffin mix.

These were easy, delicious and fun to make. Consider them the next time you are trying to rationalize a corn dog 😉

How Many Calories and WW Points in these Mini Muffins?

According to my calculations, each mini muffin has just 83 calories and:

2 *SmartPoints (Green plan)
2 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)
2 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)
2 *PointsPlus (Old plan)

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Skinny Mini Corn Dog Muffins Recipe

These mini corn dog muffins are an easy, healthy and delicious fun snack your family will love with just 83 calories and *4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SmartPoints!

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Total Time20 minutes mins

Servings (adjustable): 18

Calories: 83

Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Ingredients

  • 1 small package (6.5 ounces/6 muffin size) cornbread mix (I used Betty Crocker)
  • 1 egg (could use 2 egg whites instead)
  • cup milk (I used almond milk)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 3 fat free hot dogs, each one cut into 6 even pieces (I used Hebrew National)

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 400F degrees. Coat mini muffin tins with nonstick cooking spray.

  • In a small bowl (affiliate link), stir together the muffin mix, milk, melted butter, and egg just until moistened. The batter will be lumpy. Scoop the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling them about ⅔ full.

  • Insert a piece of hot dog into the center of each muffin cup.

  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. until golden brown

  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.

  • Serve warm with your favorite corn dog muffins condiments.

Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 mini corn dog muffin

Click here to see your WW PersonalPoints for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site.

2 *SmartPoints (Green plan)

2 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)

2 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)

2 *PointsPlus (Old plan)

Nutrition Facts

Skinny Mini Corn Dog Muffins Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 mini corn dog muffin)

Calories 83Calories from Fat 20

% Daily Value*

Fat 2.2g3%

Carbohydrates 8.3g3%

Fiber 0g0%

Protein 2.3g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: corn dog muffins, mini corn dogs

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*Points® calculated by WW. *PointsPlus® and SmartPoints® calculated by Simple Nourished Living; Not endorsed by Weight Watchers International, Inc. All recipe ingredients except optional items included in determining nutritional estimates. SmartPoints® values calculated WITHOUT each plan's ZeroPoint Foods (Green plan, Blue plan, Purple plan) using the WW Recipe Builder.

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FAQs

How to cook mini corn dog bites? ›

Preheat oven to 350° F. Frozen - heat for 15 minutes. Thawed - Heat for 10 minutes. Caution Product will be hot.

What goes with mini corn dogs? ›

Corn dogs pair well with a variety of side dishes including coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, and French fries. You can also serve other traditional tailgating foods such as chips and dip, chips and salsa, or chili. Beverages like beer, soda, or iced tea are also great accompaniments.

What do you put on a corn dog? ›

Every Corn Dog needs a dip – even as simple as ketchup and mustard.

How many calories are in mini corn dogs? ›

Per 5 Mini Corn Dogs: 230 calories; 3 g sat fat (15% DV); 520 mg sodium (22% DV); 5 g sugars; 7 g protein (12% DV). 0 g trans fat per serving. Good source of protein.

How to make frozen corn dogs taste better? ›

Great dips and toppings for your corn dogs:
  1. Ketchup and mustard together are a classic and for good reason, it is delicious.
  2. Chili.
  3. BBQ sauce, preferably one a little on the sweet side.
  4. Mix together a tablespoon of ketchup and a tablespoon of mayo and use it as a dip!
Feb 19, 2021

What are mini corn dogs called? ›

Small corn dogs, known as "corn puppies", "mini corn dogs", or "corn dog nuggets", are a variation served in some restaurants, generally on the children's menu or at fast food establishments. A serving includes multiple pieces, usually 10.

What drink goes with corn dogs? ›

Corn Dogs

The best wine to go with this fair food creation is a Sauvignon Blanc or a dry sparkling rosé. Corn dogs can be pretty salty and you'll need a wine to pair nicely with that salty flavor. Looking for a red wine instead? Try a Garnacha!

What is the meat in a corn dog called? ›

A corn dog is a sausage (usually a hot dog) that has been skewered, coated in a cornmeal batter, and deep-fried.

What is a Korean corn dog made of? ›

Korean Corn Dogs are usually filled with cheese or hot dogs, and coated with Panko. The dogs can be coated chips, potatoes or french fries or even ramen.

Why are corn dogs so delicious? ›

The salty and savory flavor of the hot dog, the crunchy sweetness of the cornmeal coating, the comforting nostalgia of childhood memories — that's corn dog! When it comes to classic comfort food, nothing beats a good ol' fashioned corn dog.

Why do my corn muffins fall apart? ›

Avoid over-mixing the batter.

Cornbread batter should still be lumpy when you put it in the oven. If you are mixing it until it's smooth like cake batter, that could be the cause of your crumbly cornbread! Stop blending as soon as all the ingredients are mixed together.

Why does my corn muffin taste bitter? ›

That slightly bitter, kinda “tinny” flavor you often experience when biting into a muffin, biscuit or scone is the result of using a baking powder in high quantities — as is needed for these quick-rise treats — with aluminum in it.

Can you use water in corn muffin mix instead of milk? ›

“JIFFY” mixes can also be prepared with water or plant-based milk alternatives like soy, almond or coconut milk. Pineapple or orange juice may be substituted for flavor variation in the corn and fruit muffins.

Can you make mini corn dogs in the microwave? ›

When you cook a corn dog in the microwave, the outer shell can split. This can be avoided by cooking it at a lower power level for about a minute and a half. Cook the dog just before the outer shell splits. (You will have to play with this step and find the best time and settings to get the corn dog hot but not split.)

How to cook Hormel mini corn dogs? ›

Place mini corn dogs in single layer on shallow baking pan. If Frozen: Heat 10-12 minutes, until corn dogs reach an internal temperature of165°F, turning once. If Thawed: Heat 8-10 minutes, until corn dogs reach an internal temperature of165°F, turning once.

How to cook mini corn dogs in a toaster oven? ›

Preheat your toaster oven to 375°F (190°C) for the perfect temperature to cook corn dogs. How long should I cook corn dogs in a toaster oven? It typically takes about 12-15 minutes to cook corn dogs in a toaster oven.

How long do you cook Aldi corn dogs? ›

Cook from frozen. Remove all packaging. OVEN: Place on a baking tray on the middle shelf of a preheated oven for the time specified. (Electric 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6) for 20-22 minutes.

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