Corn dog with a crispy batter coating

Corn dog with a crispy batter coating recipe videos

A corn dog is a sausage, typically a hot dog, coated in a thick layer of cornmeal batter and deep-fried to a golden, crispy perfection. It's a classic American fair and carnival food, often served on a stick for easy eating with a side of mustard or ketchup.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the batter and fat from the deep-frying process, with a moderate amount of protein from the sausage. A single, standard-sized corn dog can range from 250 to 400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	25 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	750 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	2 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg

Per 1 corn dog (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The corn dog is a beloved piece of American culinary nostalgia, symbolizing summer fairs and boardwalks. Its unique appeal lies in the perfect textural contrast between the crunchy, sweet cornmeal shell and the savory, juicy sausage inside.