# Miniature Corn Dog Dishes These Deep Fried Mini Corn Dog Treats are Perfect for Snacking By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-11-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-corn-dog References: [foodworldnews](http://www.foodworldnews.com/articles/49686/20151103/wienerschnitzel-mini-corn-dogs-back-25-cents-each.htm) & [restaurantnews](http://www.restaurantnews.com/wienerschnitzel-brings-back-mini-corn-dogs-at-a-huge-value/) The Wienerschnitzel eatery has recently added 'Mini Corn Dog' snacks to its menu. These cheap and tasty treats are only 25 cents per Mini Corn Dog and they pack a huge flavor. While many consumers crave delicious deep fried snacks now and then, there are few places that serve only snack-sized version. The Wienerschnitzel is catering to the demand for an easy deep fried snack that will eliminate cravings without breaking the bank. Corn dogs been a long-time favorite at carnivals and state fairs, but there is rarely an option to have a corn dog on regular restaurant menus. Whether consumers want one or 20, Wienerschnitzel is letting each individual decide with snack-sized options that are more guilt-free than the traditional ballpark treat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Snack-sized Deep Fried Foods:** The demand for easy deep fried snacks is growing, creating opportunities for businesses to offer miniature versions of popular fried foods. - **Affordable Snacking Options:** Consumers are looking for tasty snacks that are budget-friendly, presenting opportunities for businesses to offer inexpensive snack options. - **Guilt-free Fried Treats:** There is a desire for healthier alternatives to traditional fried foods, creating opportunities for businesses to innovate and offer guilt-free versions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can seize the opportunity to offer snack-sized versions of popular deep fried foods to cater to the growing demand for convenient snacking options. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can tap into the trend of affordable snacking by developing and marketing budget-friendly snack options. - **Alternative Food:** Businesses specializing in alternative and healthier food options can create disruptive innovations by offering guilt-free versions of popular fried treats. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grocer-Stocked Frozen Corn Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wienerschnitzel-1.md) - [Southern Cuisine Hot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southern-bird-dogs.md) - [Crunchy Hotdog Snack Product](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totdogs.md) - [Pickle-Flavored Corn Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfectly-pickled-pups.md) - [Hot Dog-Themed Holiday Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/25-franksgiving-family-feast.md) - [Korean Cuisine Corndogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mopo-corn-dog.md) - [Pulled Pork Hot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-pulled-pork-dog.md) - [Macaroni-Topped Hot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-dog.md) - [Savory Fries-Filled Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-cheese-fries-burrito.md)