Copycat Pronto Pups

Name: Copycat Pronto Pups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal; 3/4 cup corn flour; 1/4 cup white rice flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup whole milk; 10 wooden skewers; 10 hot dogs; Oil for deep-fat frying; Prepared mustard, optional

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield 10 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Pronto Pups look similar to corn dogs, but the batter is made with rice flour, corn flour and cornmeal, which gives them a different texture. They've been a fixture at Minnesota and Kansas state fairs since the 1940s and most fair-goers have strong opinions about whether Pronto Pups or corn dogs are superior, but both are delicious dogs in their own right. Whether you're team corn dog or team Pronto Pup, these puppies are worth making at home!—Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup corn flour
1/4 cup white rice flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup whole milk
10 wooden skewers
10 hot dogs
Oil for deep-fat frying
Prepared mustard, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flours, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Stir in eggs and milk to make a batter; let stand 4 minutes. Insert sticks into hot dogs; dip into batter.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry corn dogs, a few at a time, until golden brown, 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Serve with mustard, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 corn dog: 352 calories, 25g fat (7g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 897mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.