I attempted to make these pigs in a blanket more like corn dogs using a corn muffin mix. They baked up beautifully and tasted great, but unfortunately, I couldn't get most of the pigs out of the mold in one piece. The corn muffin mix was just too dry to hold its shape when removed from the mold. Pancakes hold together much better. If you have a corn muffin recipe that is moist and doesn't fall apart it might work out great. Let me know in the comments below if you get it to work! I'd love to try your recipe.