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Get set to add some spook-tastic vibes to your Halloween celebrations with these scrumptiously eerie yet super simple Mummy Dogs and Mummy Pigs in a Blanket! These adorably creepy bites are the perfect addition to your Halloween Snack Board! These cute hot dogs, wrapped up snugly in crescent rolls, are sure to give your taste buds a ghostly good time!
Why You’ll Love This Classic Halloween Recipe
These Halloween Mummy Dogs and Mummy Pigs in a Blanket (aka mini mummy dogs) are not only monstrously tasty but also the perfect addition to your Halloween dinner. Imagine the looks of delight and terror when your guests spot these adorable mummies staring back at them. They’re not just a treat for the taste buds but also for the eyes! Not to mention they are probably the most kid-friendly Halloween recipe in the history of ever!
Be sure to check out all of my other Halloween recipes!
Mummy Dogs Ingredients
The ingredients for this mummy dog recipe is ridiculously short and sweet, and th printable recipe card is below.
- Crescent Roll Dough: these will be cut into strips of dough for bandages. If you want to really impress your Halloween guests, consider making my Homemade Crescent Rolls dough.
- Hot Dogs and/or Cocktail Smokies (lil Smokies): these are your mummy bodies
- Mustard and/or Edible Candy Eyes: for that extra eerie, but adorable touch
- Ketchup and Mustard: for dipping
How to Make Mummy Dogs
Preheat your oven to 375° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Roll Out Dough and Wrap Dogs
Roll out the crescent dough. Press dough together at perforations, creating a solid sheet. Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to slice thin strips for “bandages”, about 1/4 inch wide each. Wrap the strips of dough around the hot dogs and/or mini cocktail sausages, starting at the very top, leaving a small gap for the mummy eyes and taking the pieces of dough all the way to the end of the hot dog.
Take another strip of crescent dough and double wrap in the opposite direction to look like bandages.
Bake
Bake your wrapped hot dogs on an ungreased cookie sheet for 9-12 minutes or until the dough is a light golden brown.
Decorate
Once they’re out of the oven, it’s time for the fun part! Dab a couple dots of mustard to create eyes or attach edible candy eyeballs for a spooky touch. The pigs in a blanket are super cute with one eyeball to create a cyclops. Get creative with expressions!
Serve
Serve your crescent mummy dogs warm, on a platter with ketchup and mustard for dipping. They’re sure to be a howling hit and such a fun treat for your Halloween parties and especially on Halloween night.
Storing Leftover Mummy Dogs
If, by some miracle, you have leftover hot dog mummies, they can be stored in the fridge for a delicious snack. Let them cool to room temperature. This will prevent condensation inside the storage container. Place the leftovers in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Mummy Dogs FAQ
Absolutely! Freezing Mummy Dogs and Mummy Pigs in a Blanket is a great idea to preserve them for later. Wrap each mummy securely in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place them in a single layer in a resealable freezer bag. This helps to maintain their freshness. They can be stored for up to 2-3 months without losing their spooktacular flavor.
When you’re ready to enjoy your mummy dogs again, simply reheat in the oven, microwave or air fryer until they’re heated through. The mummies will taste just as eerie-sistible as when you first made them.
Yes, you can use turkey dogs, all beef, regular hot dogs, bun length hot dogs…any hot dog will work for this recipe.
Yes, you can add slices of cheese to mummy dogs. Just make sure you slice the cheese very small and place directly under the strip of dough to prevent leakage.
What to Serve With These Easy Mummy Dogs for Halloween
- Halloween Finger Foods Board – Mummy dogs should definitely be a part of your Boo-cuterie board!
- Chili – Classic Chili, Chili with no Beans, White Chicken Chili – all great side dishes (or main dish to) mummy dogs!
- Corn Casserole: Cornbread’s buttery, creamier cousin…corn casserole is another fantastic side dish for these mummy dogs.
- Macaroni and Cheese: Creamy mac and cheese is a comforting and indulgent side.
Dipping Sauce Ideas
While these are delicious plain, try dipping them in your favorite sauces! Here are a few suggestions:
- Ketchup
- Mustard (yellow, sweet or spicy!)
- Ranch
- Queso – try my Roasted Jalepeño Queso
- BBQ Sauce
- Spicy Mayo
- Tartar Sauce – sure, why not?
- Any and all Chick-Fil-A sauces – they now sell them in big bottles at the grocery store!
- Remoulade Sauce
So there you have it, a recipe that’s easy as pumpkin pie, and guaranteed to make your Halloween gathering a graveyard smash. Have a fang-tastic Halloween, and remember to enjoy these Mummy Dogs and Mummy Pigs in a Blanket – they’re a scream and the perfect Halloween appetizer!
Mummy Dogs Recipe for Halloween
Ingredients
- 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 10 ct hot dogs or 14 oz pack of Cocktail Smokies
- mustard for eyes (or edible candy eyeballs)
- ketchup for dipping (optional)
- mustard for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Roll out the crescent dough. Press dough together at perforations, creating a solid sheet. Use a pizza cutter slice thin strips for "bandages", about 1/4 inch wide each.
- Wrap the strips of dough around the hot dogs and/or mini cocktail sausages, starting at the very top, leaving a small gap for the mummy eyes and taking the pieces of dough all the way to the end of the hot dog.
- Take another strip of crescent dough and double wrap in the opposite direction to look like bandages.
- Bake your wrapped hot dogs on an ungreased cookie sheet for 9-12 minutes or until the dough is a light golden brown.
- Remove from oven. Dab a couple dots of mustard to create eyes or attach edible candy eyeballs for a spooky touch. The pigs in a blanket are super cute with one eyeball to create a cyclops. Get creative with expressions!
- Serve warm on a platter with ketchup and mustard for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition
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