Mini Hot Dogs: A Quick & Adorable Treat!
Effortlessly Make Mini Hot Dogs with Vienna Sausages and Pancake Mix
School holidays are here, and what better way to delight the kids than with these delicious mini hot dogs? Made easily with plump Vienna sausages and fluffy pancake mix, they’re a guaranteed hit! These mini hot dogs are wonderfully sweet, soft, and savory – a flavor combination that children absolutely adore. They are simple and quick to prepare, perfect for a fun snack.
Ingredients- 1 cup pancake mix
- 16 Vienna sausages
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- A little cooking oil (for greasing the pan)
- 2 cups boiling water (for parboiling sausages)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the batter for our mini hot dogs. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of pancake mix. Add 3/4 cup of milk and 1 cracked egg. Whisk everything together until you have a smooth, lump-free batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter – not too thick, not too thin.
Step 2
Next, prepare the Vienna sausages. To ensure they cook perfectly and don’t burst, make shallow cross-shaped cuts on the surface of each sausage with the tip of a knife. About 6-8 cuts per sausage will do. Place the scored sausages in a colander and pour 2 cups of boiling water over them to parboil. This step helps remove any casing odor and makes the sausages delightfully plump.
Step 3
After parboiling, carefully drain the sausages and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. It’s important to remove excess moisture so the batter adheres well and to prevent oil splattering when cooking.
Step 4
Now, let’s assemble the mini hot dogs! Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat and lightly grease it with cooking oil, spreading it evenly with a paper towel. Ladle about one spoonful of the pancake batter onto the pan, spreading it into a round shape. Aim for a size that’s easy for little hands to hold and eat.
Step 5
Once the batter is about 70% cooked and the edges are starting to set, place one prepared Vienna sausage in the center of the batter. Quickly wrap the batter around the sausage, creating a neat parcel. Gently roll the hot dog in the pan, turning it occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and cooked through. Keep the heat on medium-low to ensure it cooks evenly without burning.
Step 6
When your mini hot dogs are beautifully golden and cooked, they’re ready to serve! Transfer them to a plate while they are warm. They make a fantastic snack for kids or even a light brunch option. Serve with ketchup or mustard for extra deliciousness!
