Little Smokies Corn Dogs are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal that's perfect for snacking any time. Made with Pillsbury's Corndog Wraps and Little Smokies smoked mini sausages, these little corn dog nuggets bake up golden brown in less than 20 minutes.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
These hot mini corn dogs taste just like the corn dogs you buy at the state fairs and summer festivals. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a fun night at home.
- Delicious: These Corndog wrapped Little Smokies are a satisfying snack or appetizer. The combination of the crispy Pillsbury Corndog Wraps and the juicy Little Smokies is irresistible. The platter will be gone in a blink of an eye!
- Easy to make: The only real challenge not eating them before they cool down!
- Versatile: Great as an appetizer, snack, or even a light meal.
- Fun to make: Mini corn dogs are a fun dish that's also "kid approved"!
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- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Little Smokies Corn Dogs Ingredients
- How to Make Little Smokies Corn Nuggets
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- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storage and Reheating
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Food Safety
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Little Smokies Corn Dogs Ingredients
You can use any smoked mini cocktail sausages. Look for the Pillsbury Corndog Wraps product in the refrigerator case where Pillsbury Cookie Dough and Crescent rolls are also kept.
- Pillsbury Corndog Wrappers
- Mini Cocktail Sausages
- Dipping Sauces
Some Gluten Free Lil Smokies brands are:
- Great Value Smokies
- Eckrich Li'l Smokies
- Hillshire Farm Lit'l Smokies
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Little Smokies Corn Nuggets
It will only take you a few minutes to prepare and bake these hot, savory golden brown treats. Your kids can even have fun wrapping the quartered Pillsbury Corndog Wraps around each mini sausage!
Prepare The Corndog Wraps
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the Corndog Wraps and separate each square. Cut each larger square into quarters.
Wrap Each Lil Smoky Sausage
- Wrap the Corndog Wraps quarters around each Little Smokies sausage, pinching the ends together on the top to hold the wrappers in place.
Bake Until Golden
- Place the wrapped smoked sausages on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown.
PRO TIP: You can also air fry these mini corn dogs! Cook in the air fryer at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes.
Transfer To Serving Platter
- Once golden brown, remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Serve with dipping bowls of honey, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or any dipping sauce your family loves.
Serving Suggestions
Lil Smokies Corn Dogs are a popular choice for backyard barbecues and summer entertaining, but they can also be enjoyed at home any time of year. Serve these are an appetizer with our Big Mac Sauce, Chick Fil A Sauce, or our Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce.
Wondering what goes with Lil Smokies for dinner? See our great recipe ideas here:
- TikTok Green Goddess Salad
- Walmart Broccoli Crunch Salad
- Quinoa Tabbouleh
- Quick Pickled Jalapenos
- Red Hot and Blue Potato Salad
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few substitutions and variations using this mini corn dog recipe:
- You can substitute regular hot dogs or cut sausage for the Little Smokies.
- Serve with different dipping sauces, such as honey, ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.
- If you can't find Pillsbury Corndog Wraps, Crescent Rolls work great also!
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this mini corn dog recipe.
- Rimmed Baking Sheet and Cooling Rack Set
- Nuwave Air Fryer 15 quart (alternative cooking method)
Storage and Reheating
- Lil Smokies Corn Dogs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw the corn dogs overnight in the refrigerator.
- To reheat, simply warm in short intervals using your microwave, or you can reheat and keep them crisp using an air fryer.
Tips for Success
- Make sure to seal the wraps tightly around the corn dog nuggets so that they don't roll out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eckrich Li'l Smokies, Hillshire Farm Lit'l Smokies, and Great Value Smokies are all gluten free!
Yes, you can substitute regular hot dogs in this mini corn dog recipe. Use an entire Pillsbury Corndog Wrap for each hot dog.
These Little Smokies corn dogs can also be cooked in an air fryer at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes.
You'll find Pillsbury Corndog Wraps near where the Pillsbury Crescent Rolls are in the grocery store refrigerated case of pie dough, cookie dough rolls, etc.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Little Smokies Corn Dogs
Ingredients
- 1 roll Pillsbury Corndog Wraps
- 32 cocktail sausages any brand
- Dipping sauces your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the Corndog Wraps and separate each square. Cut each larger square into quarters.1 roll Pillsbury Corndog Wraps
- Wrap the Corndog Wraps quarters around each Little Smokies sausage, pinching the ends together on the top to hold the wrappers in place.32 cocktail sausages
- Place the wrapped smoked sausages on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown. PRO TIP: You can also air fry these mini corn dogs! Cook in the air fryer at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes.
- Once golden brown, remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Serve with dipping bowls of honey, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or any dipping sauce your family loves.Dipping sauces
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