Spooky Smiles: Halloween Mummy Hot Dogs with a Fun Twist

Halloween is the perfect time to embrace playful, slightly spooky treats that bring joy to both kids and adults. This year, I decided to dress up classic hot dogs in adorable mummy wraps, turning our snack into a miniature homage to vintage horror movies—minus the screams. The aroma of warm bread and sizzling sausages fills the kitchen, setting a cozy, festive scene.

What makes these Mummy Hot Dogs special is how effortlessly they combine creepy with cute. They’re a quick, satisfying project that transforms simple ingredients into a fun centerpiece for any Halloween gathering. Plus, they’re guaranteed to make little ones giggle and grown-ups nostalgic for childhood costume parties.

Mummy Hot Dogs

Mummy Hot Dogs are a fun snack made by wrapping cooked hot dogs in strips of pastry or dough, resembling mummies. The hot dogs are baked until the pastry is golden and crispy, with small eyes placed on top for a playful, spooky appearance. The final dish features a crunchy exterior with tender sausages inside, perfect for festive gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Halloween

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 8 pieces hot dogs preferably all-beef or your choice
• 1 roll puff pastry dough thawed if frozen
• 1 egg egg beaten, for egg wash
• 8 small small candies or edible eyes for the mummy’s eyes

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Sharp Knife
• Small spoon or toothpick

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unroll the puff pastry and cut it into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide. This creates the bandages for your mummies.
3. Wrap each hot dog with the pastry strips in a crisscross pattern, leaving some space at the top for the ‘face’ and a pair of eyes. Be sure to overlap the strips to mimic mummy bandages.
4. Place the wrapped hot dogs onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
5. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg to give it a shiny, golden finish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
7. Remove the hot dogs from the oven and let them cool slightly. Carefully place small candies or edible eyes onto the top of the pastry to create a spooky face.
8. Serve immediately while the pastry is crispy and the hot dogs are warm inside, perfect for a fun Halloween treat!

Notes

For extra creepiness, add small strips of black olives or pepper strips as eyebrows or scars.

These Mummy Hot Dogs aren’t just a treat—they’re a quick celebration of the holiday’s spirit. As they bake, the smell of toasted bread mingles with savory sausage, creating an irresistible aroma that pulls everyone to the table.

Enjoy their silly, spooky charm and how they turn an ordinary gathering into something memorable. Sometimes, it’s the simplest recipes that become the most cherished memories—especially when they look this delightfully spooky.