Jalapeño-Cheese Corn "Dogs"

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Jalapeño-Cheese Corn "Dogs"
45 min.
16
414kcal

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Are you ready to take your snacking game to the next level? Introducing Jalapeño-Cheese Corn "Dogs" – a delightful vegetarian treat that combines the irresistible flavors of spicy jalapeños and creamy pepper jack cheese, all wrapped in a golden, crispy cornmeal batter. Perfect for gatherings, these cheesy bites are sure to impress your friends and family, making them an ideal appetizer or snack for any occasion.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these mouthwatering corn "dogs" that serve up to 16 people, making them perfect for parties or game day celebrations. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, with the heat of the jalapeños perfectly complementing the rich, melty cheese. Plus, the fun of skewering the cheese and dipping it into the batter adds an interactive element that everyone will love!

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply craving a unique snack, these Jalapeño-Cheese Corn "Dogs" are sure to be a hit. Serve them hot with your favorite salsa for dipping, and watch as they disappear in no time. Get ready to indulge in a deliciously cheesy experience that will leave you wanting more!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons granulated sugar 
  • cup cornmeal yellow
  • tablespoons honey 
  • tablespoons jalapeno stemmed finely chopped
  • 16 ounce pepper jack cheese rectangular
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt fine
  • quarts vegetable oil for frying
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • spatula
  • skewers
  • slotted spoon
  • dutch oven
  • tongs
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 250°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Set a wire rack over a baking sheet; set aside.
  2. Pour the oil into a Dutch oven or a large, heavy-bottomed pot.
  3. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil temperature reaches 360°F on a deep-frying/candy thermometer.Meanwhile, cut each block of cheese widthwise into 8 pieces. Skewer each piece of cheese lengthwise with the coffee stirrers (try to keep the sticks aligned in the center of the cheese), leaving about 1 1/2 inches of the stirrer exposed at the bottom; set aside.When the oil is almost ready (about 325°F), whisk the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
  4. Whisk the milk, eggs, honey, sugar, and jalapeños together in a large bowl until combined and the sugar has dissolved.
  5. Add the cornmeal mixture to the milk mixture and stir with a rubber spatula just until a smooth batter forms.
  6. Pour some of the batter into a tall, narrow container or drinking glass, leaving 1 inch of room at the top.When the oil is ready, evenly dip a cheese piece into the glass of batter by holding the stirrer and rotating the cheese as needed until it’s completely covered with batter. Immediately place into the hot oil. Repeat with 3 more cheese pieces. Fry, turning occasionally, until light golden brown all over, about 3 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the cheese dogs to the wire rack on the baking sheet and place in the oven. Using a slotted spoon, remove any fried, stringy pieces of cheese from the surface of the oil.Repeat with the remaining cheese pieces, working with 4 at a time, refilling the glass with batter as needed, and letting the oil return to 360°F between batches. (When you reach the last few cheese pieces, you may need to tilt the glass sideways while rotating the cheese to evenly coat it with batter.)
  7. Serve immediately with salsa for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories414kcal
Protein9.59%
Fat73.08%
Carbs17.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.43
Glycemic Load
11.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.2704348460488%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:414.27kcal
20.71%
Fat:34g
52.31%
Saturated Fat:9.62g
60.12%
Carbohydrates:18.14g
6.05%
Net Carbohydrates:16.94g
6.16%
Sugar:4.8g
5.34%
Cholesterol:50.31mg
16.77%
Sodium:337.67mg
14.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.04g
20.09%
Vitamin K:44.67µg
42.54%
Calcium:280.03mg
28%
Phosphorus:201.47mg
20.15%
Vitamin E:2.19mg
14.61%
Selenium:9.6µg
13.72%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.39%
Zinc:1.37mg
9.1%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.15%
Folate:26.27µg
6.57%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.34%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.22%
Iron:1.08mg
5.99%
Vitamin A:296.68IU
5.93%
Magnesium:23.12mg
5.78%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.64%
Fiber:1.2g
4.82%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.9%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.13%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.09%
Potassium:101.03mg
2.89%
Vitamin C:2.24mg
2.71%
Copper:0.05mg
2.55%
Source:Chow