Make your favorite fair food right at home in your air fryer! Learn how to make crispy and delicious Air Fryer Corn Dogs from frozen. This is a 20-minute recipe that kids love. Make this comfort food recipe quickly and efficiently using this guide.

air fryer corn dogs on a plate.

Childhood favorites do great in the air fryer – think Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Fingers, Air Fryer Frozen Waffle Fries, Air Fryer Frozen Hamburgers, and of course corn dogs!

These are all comfort foods that you can find at your state fair but cooked in the comfort of your own home.

Air frying is the best appliance for a crispy exterior and a juicy center because the hot air circulates the food allowing it to crisp up. Learn more about the pros and cons of air fryers.

It’s hard to resist a hotdog dipped in corn batter. Kids and adults both love them, and air frying corn dogs couldn’t be easier. You don’t need to defrost them, simply place them into the air fryer and let it work its magic!

No-fuss dinners are the best but especially when they please even the pickiest of eaters. Buy a quality brand and look for gluten-free corn dogs if you are on a gluten-free diet.

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1 Air Fried Corn Dogs Recipe Benefits
2 Recommended Ingredients
3 Recipe Steps
4 Recipe Tips
5 Recipe FAQs
6 More Air Fryer Recipes You Might Like
7 Don’t Miss These Air Fryer Resources!
8 Air Fryer Corn Dogs (Cooked From Frozen)

Air Fried Corn Dogs Recipe Benefits

  • You get a perfectly cooked corn dog without even turning on your oven! It’s an easy snack or quick meal.
  • It’s great for kiddos especially on a busy weeknight. This easy meal can be paired with steamed veggies to add more nutrition.
  • Need a quick and easy appetizer for your next game day gathering? Try these Air Fried Corn Dogs! See all of my Air Fryer Game Day recipes.
  • Corn dogs cook quickly in the air fryer. They’re done in less than 15 minutes with results similar to that of a deep fryer.
ingredients for air fryer corn dogs.
  • Nonstick cooking spray – A light spray will keep the corn dogs from sticking to the air fryer basket.
  • Frozen corn dogs – Stick to the classics or you can find gluten-free, grass-fed, or even veggie corn dogs. The options are much wider than they used to be!
  • Mini corn dogs are a great option too – you just need to decrease the cooking time.
  • Ketchup and mustard – Optional but recommended, ketchup and mustard are the classic condiments that taste amazing with corn battered hot dogs. You can also try honey mustard or bbq sauce.

Please see the recipe card below for all the details.

Recipe Steps

Here’s how to make air fryer frozen corn dogs in a few easy steps.

Step One

Spray the basket of your air fryer with nonstick cooking spray. This helps keep the air-fried corn dogs from sticking to the tray.

Please see the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact ingredients and measurements.

Step Two

Place the frozen corn dogs inside the air fryer basket in a single layer.

If you have a smaller air fryer, you may only be able to fit a couple.

an air fryer with corn dogs in it.

Step Three

Set the temperature to 370 degrees for 10 minutes, stopping once to turn the corn dogs over.

Step Four

Use tongs or carefully pick up the corn dogs by the sticks and move to a serving platter.

Step Five

Let the crispy corn dogs cool for a few minutes before enjoying!

Serve your crispy and delicious corn dogs with your favorite dipping sauce or with steamed veggies for an easy dinner that the whole family loves (especially the kiddos).

a plate of air fryer corn dogs.

Recipe Tips

  • Some air fryer models need to be preheated. Please refer to the owner’s manual of your particular model to see if you need to preheat it before using.
  • If you want to make mini corn dogs, then cook them at 370 degrees F for 8 minutes, stopping once to turn them over.
  • Look for frozen corn dogs in the freezer aisle of your grocery store. Be sure to use gluten-free corn dogs for gluten-free diets (my favorite brand of corn dogs is Applegate).
  • Be sure to give the corn dogs some space. Don’t layer or crowd them in the air fryer or the hot air won’t circulate the corn dogs effectively. Nobody wants a soggy corn dog!
  • For crispy corn dogs, be sure to cook them until they are golden brown. Different brands may require different air fryer cook times.

Recipe FAQs

How many minutes do you cook corn dogs in an air fryer?

Corn dogs take 10 minutes at 370 degrees Fahrenheit to cook perfectly in an air fryer. The best way is to turn them over halfway through the cooking time for a crisp outside.

What if the corn dogs don’t fit into the air fryer?

If the sticks are too long you can carefully cut them shorter so they fit in the basket.

Do I need to thaw the corn dogs first?

Nope! No need to thaw them first. Simply place them directly into the air fryer and air fry as directed remembering to turn them over halfway through until they are golden brown. Put them directly in the air fryer basket without parchment paper or any type of liner for the best results.

Are corn dogs healthy?

Corn dogs are a packaged and processed food, but they can also fit the bill when nothing else sounds good. Serve them with some Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli or Air Fryer Carrots to help add some vegetables to your meal. Healthy diets are one that include indulgences too!

If you have dietary restrictions, look for corn dogs that are gluten-free or even plant-based. The best frozen corn dogs have reasonably clean ingredients without a lot of preservatives.

Can I keep leftover cooked corn dogs?

Yes, just place them in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

corn dogs on a plate with a bite taken out of one.

More Air Fryer Recipes You Might Like

Or, check out my entire index of gluten-free air fryer recipes.

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Air Fryer Corn Dogs (Cooked From Frozen)

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Make your favorite fair food right at home in your air fryer! Learn how to make crispy and delicious Air Fryer Corn Dogs from frozen. This is a 20-minute recipe that kids love.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 4 frozen corn dogs (use a gluten-free brand for gluten-free diets)
  • Ketchup and yellow mustard (optional, for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Lightly spray the basket of your air fryer with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Place the corn dogs inside the air fryer basket, leaving room between each corn dog.
  3. Set the temperature to 370°F for 10 minutes, stopping once to turn the corn dogs over.
  4. Use tongs or carefully grab the sticks of the corn dogs to transfer them to a serving platter.
  5. Let the corn dogs cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  1. Some air fryer models need to be preheated. Please refer to the owner’s manual of your particular model to see if you need to preheat it before using.
  2. If you want to make mini corn dogs, then cook them at 370°F for 8 minutes, stopping once to turn them over.
  3. Look for frozen corn dogs in the freezer aisle of your grocery store. Be sure to use gluten-free corn dogs for gluten-free diets.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 corn dog
  • Calories: 195
  • Sugar: 5.9 g
  • Sodium: 521 mg
  • Fat: 9.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 0.8 g
  • Protein: 6.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 34.3 mg

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