Spooky Halloween Mummy Hot Dogs: A Fun & Creepy Snack

Halloween is all about fun, fright, and food! Mummy Hot Dogs are an easy, festive treat that’s perfect for parties, school events, or a spooky family movie night. These little “mummies” are hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry or crescent dough to resemble tiny bandaged monsters, complete with edible eyes to give them character.

This recipe is quick, kid-friendly, and endlessly customizable. You can use different dipping sauces, mini hot dogs, or even veggie sausages to suit your taste. Let’s dive into how to make these creepy-cute Halloween treats.

🎃 Why You’ll Love These Mummy Hot Dogs

• Fun for Kids & Adults: A playful snack that’s both delicious and visually entertaining.
• Quick & Easy: Prep takes only 15 minutes; baking is 15–20 minutes.
• Customizable: Use different sauces, toppings, or even cheese fillings.
• Perfect Party Appetizer: Makes a spooky centerpiece for your Halloween table.

🧾 Ingredients

• 8 hot dogs (regular or mini)
• 1 sheet puff pastry or 1 can crescent roll dough
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon water
• Mustard or ketchup for decorating eyes
• 16 small edible candy eyes or small dots of mustard/ketchup

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prep Dough: Roll out puff pastry or crescent dough and cut into thin strips about ½ inch wide.
3. Wrap Hot Dogs: Wrap each hot dog with dough strips in a crisscross mummy pattern, leaving a small gap for eyes.
4. Egg Wash: Mix beaten egg with water and brush over the dough for a golden finish.
5. Bake: Place mummies on the baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
6. Add Eyes: Remove from oven and press edible candy eyes into the dough, or use small dots of mustard/ketchup.
7. Serve: Serve warm with extra ketchup, mustard, or Halloween-themed dipping sauces.

💡 Tips for Perfect Mummies

• Leave Gaps for Eyes: Ensure a small space near the top to make eye placement easy.
• Cut Dough Thinly: Thin strips create the classic mummy bandage look.
• Creative Twists: Try cheese-stuffed hot dogs or veggie sausages for variety.

🥳 Serving Ideas

• Serve with orange or black-colored dipping sauces for Halloween flair.
• Pair with spooky Halloween drinks like pumpkin punch or “witches’ brew.”
• Arrange on a Halloween-themed platter with candy corn or fake spider decorations.

Halloween Mummy Hot Dogs

Spooky and fun hot dogs wrapped in dough to look like mummies, perfect for Halloween parties and kids’ treats.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 8 hot dogs

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Halloween

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Hot Dogs & Dough

• 8 hot dogs regular or mini
• 1 sheet puff pastry or crescent dough
• 1 egg beaten
• 1 tbsp water for egg wash
• 8-16 candy eyes or mustard/ketchup dots for decorating

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Small bowl for egg wash

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out dough and cut into thin strips about ½ inch wide.
3. Wrap each hot dog with dough strips in a crisscross mummy pattern, leaving gaps for eyes.
4. Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
5. Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
6. Add candy eyes or dots of mustard/ketchup.
7. Serve warm with dipping sauces.

Notes

Use mini hot dogs for bite-sized treats. Be creative with eyes using candy or sauces. Serve immediately for best texture.