Lil Smokies Corn Dog Cups

These cheesy BBQ Lil Smokies corn dog cups are the ultimate bite! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, they’re ready in minutes & perfect for game day, movie night, or a casual gathering.

Cheesy BBQ Lil Smokies Cups

If you’ve ever been to a cookout, gathering with friends, or game-day party, these little sausages are always on the table. I’m taking the nostalgic charm of wrapped sausages and giving it a mouthwatering upgrade. We’re talking Lil Smokies sausages, tangy BBQ sauce, creamy smoked Gouda, all baked in a golden corn dog cup!

With just 4 simple ingredients, this crowd-pleasing recipe comes together in minutes and disappears even faster! Whether you’re hosting a game day bash, planning a movie night, or want a fun weeknight snack, these corn dog bites bring bold flavor with minimal fuss!

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I have never heard of those corn dog wraps until I saw your recipe. I grabbed some at my local store and shopped these up today for the game. Holy man were these freaking amazing! Definitely going on weekend rotation for football season!

Neil

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Lil Smokies BBQ Cups Ingredients

Appetizers should be simple and not require specialty ingredients or 497 components.

• Lil Smokies
• Corn Dog Wraps *see below for substitutions
• Cheese
• BBQ Sauce

Chef Lori’s #1 Tip for Corn Dog Wraps

1. If you watch the video, you’ll see me place the corn dog wraps on a piece of parchment paper and then add another piece of parchment paper on top.
2. Using a small pastry roller, I have found this to be the most effective way to shape the dough into a desired rectangle, maintain uniform thickness, and seal the seams.

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How to Make Corn Dog Lil Smokies

While I love a classic slow cooker full of Lil Smokies wrapped in bacon in BBQ sauce, these are less messy and dare I say, tastier!

1. Preheat the oven and lightly brush the inside of your mini muffin tins with olive oil; set aside.
2. Place the corn dog wraps on a piece of parchment paper. Place another piece on top and, using a pastry roller, roll the wraps into a relatively uniform rectangle, sealing the seams as you go. You’re looking for ~12″x14″ in size.
3. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 12 squares.

4. Carefully press each square into the prepared mini muffin well, pressing it down into it and up the sides.
5. Add in one of the Lil Smokies and 2-3 pieces of the Smoke Gouda cheese.

6. Spoon in some of your favorite BBQ sauce and bake for ~18-22 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.

7. Once done, immediately remove them from the pan. Using a thin, offset spatula, remove the corn dog muffins from the pan and place them on a cooling rack for a minute or two to allow them to rest. *If you place them directly on a plate, the bottoms can get soggy.

How to Serve Lil Smokies Corn Dogs

I prefer to drizzle a little more warm BBQ sauce over them and top with some chopped green onions before we all dive in.

I will warn you, though… these are pretty addictive and most folks devour them, so you may want to make extra!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You’ll love this recipe because it blends comfort food vibes with an elevated twist. The corn dog base is warm and fluffy, the sausages bring that classic smoky snap, and the melted Gouda adds a rich, creamy finish you didn’t know you needed.

• ONLY 4 SIMPLE INGREDIENTS: No fancy ingredients or trips to a specialty store for obscure ingredients.
• PERFECT PARTY FOOD: Bite-sized, hand-held – the perfect 2-bite appetizer!
• BUDGET-FRIENDLY: Big flavor without breaking the bank!
• CROWD-FAVORITE: These will disappear super fast at any party, game day, or casual gathering.
• LOADED WITH FLAVOR: Smoked sausage, tangy BBQ sauce, and melty smoked Gouda packed in a corn dog cup? Yes, please!
• CUSTOMIZABLE: Swap the cheese, change the sauce, or add jalapenos for a spicy kick!
• NO FORKS NECESSARY: Less mess, more fun – grab and enjoy!

Lil Smokies Corn Dog Cups FAQs

• Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! You can bake them ahead and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat instructions below.
• Do I need to cook the Lil Smokies first? Nope! They are already fully cooked, so they need to be heated through while the corn dog wrapper bakes.
• Do I need a dipping sauce? Since they already have BBQ sauce in them, you really don’t need another sauce, but feel free to serve some extra sauce, warmed, on the side for those who are dunkers and love it saucy!
• How do I keep them from sticking to the pan? I lightly brush each mini muffin tin with olive oil before adding the corn dog wrapper.

How to Reheat Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket

If you’re fortunate enough to have leftovers, reheating them is a simple process.

• Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking pan. Heat for ~5-7 minutes or until warmed through.
• Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F. Lightly spray the basket and place them in a single layer. Warm through for ~3-4 minutes or until warmed through.

Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket Substitutions

What makes this recipe even better is its incredible customization options!

• Corn Dog Wrappers: If you can’t find it (I get mine at Walmart), you can use puff pastry or crescent dough.
• Lil Smokies: fully cooked smoked kielbasa and cut-up hot dogs also work
• Cheese: You honestly can go crazy here. Try to go with a firm/semi-firm cheese, though, to prevent it from oozing out too much and becoming gooey.
• BBQ Sauce: Try my homemade chili sauce, cranberry chili sauce, honey mustard, or any of my BBQ sauces.

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These cheesy BBQ Lil Smokies corn dog cups are the ultimate bite! Made with just 4 simple ingredients, they’re ready in minutes & perfect for game day, movie night, or a casual gathering.

• Author: Lori
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: ~20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 24 cups
• Category: appetizers, game day foods, snacks, nibble boards, party foods, finger foods
• Method: oven
• Cuisine: appetizers, game day foods, snacks, nibble boards, party foods, finger foods

Ingredients

• 24 Lil Smokies
• 2 Cans of Pillsburgh Corn Dog Wraps
• 6 Gouda String Cheese Sticks, cut into eight pieces per stick
• 1/4–1/2 cup of BBQ Sauce

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly brush the inside of your mini muffin tins with olive oil; set aside.
2. Place the corn dog wraps on a piece of parchment paper. Place another piece on top and, using a pastry roller, roll the wraps into a relatively uniform rectangle, sealing the seams as you go. You’re looking for ~12 “x 14” in size.
3. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 12 squares.
4. Carefully press each square into the prepared mini muffin well, pressing it down into it and up the sides.
5. Add in one of the Lil Smokies and 2-3 pieces of the Smoke Gouda cheese.
6. Spoon in some of your favorite BBQ sauce and bake for ~18-22 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
7. Once done, immediately remove them from the pan. Using a thin, offset spatula, remove the corn dog muffins from the pan and place them on a cooling rack for a minute or two to allow them to rest. *If you place them directly on a plate, the bottoms can get soggy.
8. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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