These Sausage Corn Dog Bites are a fun and easy twist on classic fair food, made right in the air fryer. With just a few pantry staples and your favorite sausage, you'll have warm, golden bites ready in 10 minutes.
When I want something nostalgic, but a little less fussy than a full corn dog, this recipe hits the spot. It reminds me a lot of my Maple Cornbread Muffins, but with the extra flavor boost from adding sausage like kielbasa or andouille to the batter.
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Why You'll Love Sausage Corn Dog Bites
Quick and easy: minimal prep and just 10 minutes of cook time in the air fryer.
Kid and adult friendly: a great grab and go snack or fun party food.
Customizable: works with a variety of sausages and dipping sauces.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use hot dogs instead of sausage for a traditional corn dog flavor.
- Substitute buttermilk for regular milk for a richer flavor.
- Try gluten-free cornbread mix (affiliate link) if you need a gluten-free option.
Recipe Variations
Cheesy Corn Dog Bites: stir in ½ cup shredded shredded into the batter.
Spicy Corn Dog Bites: use spicy sausage or add hot sauce to the mix.
Mini Muffin Tin Version: bake in a min muffin tin at 375 degrees F for 12-15 minutes.
Top Tips
- Don't overfill the liners, pour enough batter over top of the sausage to just cover it.
- Use silicone cupcake lines in the air fryer basket.
- Let corn dog bites cool for a couple of minutes before serving so they firm up.
Storage and Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Serve With...
Serve these Sausage Corn Dog Bites warm with a side of ketchup or honey mustard. You may also like to offer a side of Spicy Ranchero Sauce or Bang Bang Sauce for extra flavorful dipping.
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📖 Recipe
Sausage Corn Dog Bites
Equipment
- Air Fryer , oven can be used, see notes for instructions.
- Silicone muffin liners
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Ingredients
- 2 8.5 ounce Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 13 ounces kielbasa sausage , cut into 1" thick slices
Instructions
- In a large bowl, using a hand whisk, mix together the jiffy mix, eggs, and milk the cornmeal batter is smooth.
- Place sausage pieces into a cupcake liner.
- Pour cornbread mix into the liner until sausage is just barely covered.
- Place filled liners in air fryer basket and cook at 325°f for 10 minutes.
- Remove sausage bites and let cool slighlty before serving.
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