Looking for the ultimate, easy Halloween appetizer? These Easy Spooky Mummy Dogs are a classic Halloween treat that requires just two ingredients and minimal effort. Perfect for a school party, family dinner, or a large Halloween bash, this recipe transforms ordinary hot dogs and crescent roll dough into delightfully creepy snacks. Get ready to wrap up your dinner in less than 30 minutes!
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Why You'll Want To Make Easy Spooky Mummy Dogs
- Simple & Fast: With only 2 ingredients (hot dogs and crescent roll dough), they can be ready to serve in under 30 minutes, making them the ultimate last-minute party food.
- Kid-Friendly Fun: Not only are they delicious, but they're also incredibly fun to make! Wrapping the "bandages" is a great activity for little hands, making it a perfect family cooking project.
- Highly Versatile: Easily swap traditional hot dogs for cocktail wieners (Little Smokies) for mini mummies or use different doughs like puff pastry for a more refined appetizer twist.
- Perfect for Parties: They're the ideal make-ahead Halloween snack and can be served warm or at room temperature, which is essential for easy party preparation.
Ingredients - Here's What You'll Need To Make Easy Spooky Mummy Dogs
Steps to Make Mummy Dogs
- Start by unrolling the crescent roll dough. Then, separate the dough into four rectangles.
- Next, transfer one of the rectangles to a cutting board and press the seam together.
- Then, using a pizza cutter, cut the rectangle into thin strips.
- Next, I wrap each hot dog with the thin strips of dough, making sure to leave a little bit of room at the top so that you can add eyes after they're finished baking.
- Then, place the wrapped hot dogs on a silicone-lined baking sheet.
- Then, bake them in a 375° oven for 15 minutes until they're golden brown and the hot dogs are thoroughly cooked.
- After removing them from the oven, transfer them to a wire rack. Placed a little bit of mustard into a piping bag and pipe small dots for the eyes.
These Easy Spooky Mummy Dogs are the simplest, most delicious way to bring some spooky fun to your table. Whether you're making them for a quiet family dinner or scaling up the recipe for a massive Halloween party appetizer, they are guaranteed to be the first thing to disappear. They're a true classic treat for a reason-easy, fun, and totally delicious!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use any type of hot dog that you like for this recipe. Make your mummies with veggie, turkey, sausage, or beef dogs.
Yes, you can wrap the hot dogs and store them in the refrigerator for up to a day before baking them. You can also freeze them for up to a month and bake them from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
Yes, they reheat well. Place them on a baking sheet and reheat them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through. We recommend the oven over the microwave to keep the crescent dough from getting soggy.
Yes, absolutely! Little Smokies (cocktail wieners) are fantastic for a bite-sized version of this recipe. In fact, you'll probably have some dough left over, we had enough dough to make eight mini Mummy Dogs. However, you should know the little ones aren't as easy to wrap. Follow the same wrapping steps, but the baking time will be shorter-usually 12-15 minutes-since the sausage is smaller.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Make Them Ahead of Time: Prepare the mummy dogs completely (wrapped and ready) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, pull them straight from the fridge and add about 2-3 extra minutes to the standard baking time.
- Dough Alternatives: While crescent roll dough is easiest, you can use puff pastry or even store-bought pizza dough. If using puff pastry, ensure it's completely thawed, and cut the strips very thin to achieve the best "bandaged" look.
- Ensure Hot Dogs are Dry: Pat the hot dogs dry with a paper towel before wrapping. This allows the dough to adhere better and helps it crisp up nicely during baking.
- Don't forget the condiments: While classic ketchup and mustard are essential for the "eyes," serving a platter with a variety of dips is a great way to capture every flavor preference. Some of our favorites for this savory snack include tangy honey mustard, creamy ranch dressing, or smoky barbecue sauce.
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Mummy Dogs
Ingredients
- 8 Hot Dogs, dried with paper towels
- 8 oz Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough
- Mustard
- Ketchup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into four rectangles. Place one of the rectangles on a cutting board and press the seams together.
- Cut the dough into thin strips using a pizza cutter.
- Wrap the paper towel-dried hot dogs with thin strips of dough; to make them look like mummy wrappings, leaving a place at the top for the eyes.
- Place the wrapped hot dogs on the prepared baking pan and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the pan from the oven and transfer the mummy dogs to a wire cooling rack.
- Place a little mustard into a piping bag and snip off the end so you have a tiny hole. (I did this because using the mustard container produces too large of a dot for the eyes.) Then, pipe two small dots on each hot dog in the space you left for the eyes.
- Serve with sides of ketchup and mustard.
- Yield: 8 Mummy Dogs
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