These Easy Mummy Hot Dogs are the ultimate spooky, cute, and kid-friendly Halloween treat. This incredibly simple recipe wraps classic hot dogs in flaky, buttery crescent roll “bandages” to create adorable little mummies. Baked until golden brown and finished with candy eyeballs, they are a fun, festive, and delicious snack that’s perfect for any Halloween party or a pre-trick-or-treating dinner.
Using refrigerated crescent roll dough makes this recipe virtually foolproof and so fast to assemble. They are a guaranteed hit with all ages and are almost as fun to make as they are to eat. Get ready for these to be the star of your spooky spread!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Festive & Fun: The cute mummy design is a perfect, on-theme Halloween treat.
- Incredibly Easy: Made with just a few simple ingredients, including pre-made crescent dough.
- Kid-Friendly: A perfect recipe for getting kids involved in the kitchen, and they love eating them!
- Perfect Party Food: A quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer or fun main dish for a Halloween gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) can Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough
- 8 Hot Dogs
- 16 Candy Eyeballs
- Optional: 1 Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- For Serving: Ketchup and mustard
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 4 rectangles (press together the seams of the triangles). Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to cut each rectangle lengthwise into 10 thin strips.
- Pat Hot Dogs Dry: Use a paper towel to pat the hot dogs completely dry. This helps the dough stick to them.
- Wrap the Mummies: Take 4-5 strips of dough and wrap them around one hot dog, stretching the dough slightly to look like mummy bandages. Leave a small gap near one end for the “face.” Repeat with the remaining hot dogs and dough strips.
- Bake: Place the wrapped mummy dogs on the prepared baking sheet. For a more golden-brown finish, brush them lightly with the beaten egg. Bake for 13-17 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and puffed.
- Add Eyes and Serve: Let the mummy dogs cool for a few minutes. Use a small dab of ketchup or mustard to “glue” two candy eyeballs onto the space you left for the face. Serve immediately with extra ketchup and mustard for dipping.
Tips & Variations
- Pro Tip: Don’t wrap the dough too tightly, as it will puff up as it bakes. A slightly messy, uneven wrapping makes them look more like authentic mummies!
- Cheesy Mummies: Before wrapping with the dough, slice a small slit into each hot dog and stuff it with a thin strip of cheddar or American cheese.
- Mini Mummies: Use cocktail wieners or cut regular hot dogs in half for cute, bite-sized mummy appetizers.
- Different “Bandages”: You can also use strips of puff pastry or canned breadstick dough in place of the crescent roll dough.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Can I make these ahead of time?
- They are best served warm and fresh from the oven. However, you can wrap the hot dogs a few hours in advance, cover them, and store them in the refrigerator. Bake just before serving.
- How do I store leftovers?
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes to restore their crispness.
- What if I don’t have candy eyeballs?
- No problem! After baking, you can simply use two small dots of mustard or ketchup to create the eyes.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve these mummy hot dogs hot on a platter with small bowls of “bloody” ketchup and “monster guts” mustard or cheese sauce for dipping. They are the perfect centerpiece for a fun Halloween dinner or party spread.
Easy Mummy Dogs
These spooky-cute Mummy Dogs are a Halloween favorite! Hot dogs are wrapped in crescent roll ‘bandages,’ baked until golden, and finished with candy eyes for a fun and kid-approved treat.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and press the perforations to seal together.
- Cut the dough into 1/4-inch strips.
- Wrap the strips around each hot dog to create mummy ‘bandages,’ leaving small gaps to resemble peeking faces.
- Place wrapped hot dogs on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown and hot dogs are heated through.
- Remove from the oven and attach candy eyes with a dab of ketchup or mustard.
Notes
If you don’t have candy eyes, use small dots of ketchup or mustard to make eyes. Serve with dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or cheese sauce for extra fun!
