It’s 5:00 PM, the kids are running wild, and you just realized you forgot to take anything out for dinner. You could panic. Or, you could do what I do—whip up these quick and crispy sourdough corndogs that save the day every time.These aren’t your average deep-fried, store-bought, mystery-meat corndogs. Nope.
These are homemade, crispy, golden-brown perfection, made with the goodness of sourdough and a few pantry staples. The best part? No bubbly starter, no waiting, and no stress.
If you don’t have a sourdough starter yet, don’t worry, mama—I’ve got you covered! Grab my free Simplified Sourdough Guide and start your sourdough journey today.
Why Sourdough? (Because Moms Deserve Healthy & Easy!)
We all love a good corndog, but have you ever stopped to think about what’s actually in those frozen ones? Let’s just say… yikes. Making them at home means real ingredients, zero preservatives, and a little gut-friendly goodness thanks to sourdough.Even without a long fermentation, sourdough flour is:
✅ Easier to digest than regular flour
✅ Lower in gluten (great for sensitive tummies!)
✅ Packed with nutrients like B vitamins and ironAnd let’s be real—as busy moms, we need fast, simple, and crowd-pleasing meals. These sourdough corndogs check all the boxes.
Quick & Crispy Sourdough Corndogs Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup sourdough discard (or active starter—either works!)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp honey (or sugar)
1 egg
¾ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra flavor)
6 hot dogs (use organic, nitrate-free if possible!)6 wooden skewers
Neutral oil for frying
Instructions:
1️⃣ Heat the Oil – In a deep pan, heat about 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Prep the Hot Dogs – Pat them dry with a paper towel and insert skewers.
3️⃣ Make the Batter – In a bowl, whisk together sourdough discard, flour, baking powder, salt, honey, egg, and milk until smooth.
4️⃣ Dip & Coat – Pour batter into a tall mason jar or measuring jug (this makes dipping easier!). Dip each hot dog, rotating to coat evenly.
5️⃣ Fry to Golden Perfection – Carefully place in hot oil, frying 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
6️⃣ Drain & Serve – Remove and drain on a paper towel. Serve with mustard, ketchup, or homemade ranch!
Mom Hack: The Perfect Dip Tip!Pour your batter into a tall jug or mason jar for an easy, no-mess way to coat your corndogs evenly. No more awkward spoon-dipping!
Tag Me in Your Yummy Wins!
I’d love to see your delicious creations! Tag me on Instagram @homestead_mompreneur and share your corndog success. Let’s inspire more moms to make homemade meals without the stress.
And don’t forget—if you’re new to sourdough, grab my FREE Simplified Sourdough Guide!
Happy cooking, mama! ❤️
