Ingredients

3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup milk
1 egg , beaten
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
4 hot dogs , cut into 1 inch pieces
Fiesta Dipping Sauce :
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons dry taco seasoning mix
Mini Southwestern Corn Pup Muffins with Fiesta Dipping Sauce are a classic and tasty appetizer that will be a hit at any party. These muffins are a combination of cornbread and hot dogs, and are made even better with the addition of chili powder and cumin. The Fiesta dipping sauce with sour cream, mayonnaise, and taco seasoning mix gives them an extra kick of flavor. These mini muffins are perfect for children's birthday parties, game days, or even as a snack. They are incredibly easy to make and have minimal preparation time, making them a convenient and delicious party appetizer to serve.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, salt, chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic powder.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, beaten egg, and canola oil.
4.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined.
5.Mix in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
6.Fill each mini muffin tin halfway with batter.
7.Insert one piece of hot dog into each muffin cup.
8.Cover the hot dogs with the remaining batter.
9.Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10.While the muffins are baking, make the fiesta dipping sauce. In a small mixing bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and dry taco seasoning mix.
11.Serve the mini muffins hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

PROS

Mini Southwestern Corn Pup Muffins with Fiesta Dipping Sauce are perfect party appetizers or snacks for kids, and are easy to make with simple ingredients.

The Fiesta Dipping Sauce adds an extra spicy flavor that enhances the taste of the muffins.

CONS

These muffins are high in calories, salt, and fat because of the hot dogs and cheese used in the recipe.

They are not recommended for those who are on a diet or watching their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cornmeal has a good source of dietary fiber and is rich in vitamins B and E, antioxidants, and iron.
Chili powder and cumin are good sources of antioxidants and can help improve metabolism and digestion.
On the other hand, hotdogs are processed meat and can have health risks when consumed in large amounts.

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