Mozzarella Cheese Corn Dog
A crispy golden cornmeal batter wrapped around a gooey mozzarella cheese stick, served with ketchup and mustard for dipping. This homemade corn dog is a fun, cheesy twist on the classic fair favorite.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 4 sticks mozzarella cheese sticks
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- 1
Insert a wooden stick into each mozzarella stick, pushing about halfway. Freeze for 30 minutes to keep cheese from melting too fast.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Add milk and egg; stir until smooth batter forms.
- 3
Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Dip each frozen cheese stick into batter, coating evenly.
- 4
Carefully place coated sticks into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally.
- 5
Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with ketchup and mustard for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- deep pot
- wooden sticks
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- thermometer
- paper towels
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