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Mummy Hot Dogs

Mummy hot dogs are a fun, spooky snack featuring juicy hot dogs wrapped in flaky puff pastry, creating a crispy, golden exterior resembling a mummy's wrappings. The dish is quick to assemble and bakes into an appealing, playful appetizer perfect for Halloween or themed gatherings. The final result is a delightful combination of crunchy pastry and savory hot dog, with a whimsical, mummy-like appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package frozen puff pastry keep cold before use
  • 4 hot dogs hot dogs beef or chicken
  • 1 egg egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon water to mix with egg
  • to taste ketchup for dipping sauce
  • to taste mustard for dipping sauce

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Thaw the puff pastry just until pliable, then lightly flour a clean surface. Roll it out gently if needed, keeping it cold to prevent tearing.
  3. Using a sharp knife, cut the puff pastry into strips about 1 inch wide, ensuring straight, even cuts for a neat mummy wrap.
  4. Place each hot dog on a work surface and wrap the pastry strips around, overlapping slightly and leaving space at one end for the hot dog to be visible. Seal the edges with a dab of beaten egg if needed.
  5. Arrange the wrapped hot dogs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for expansion during baking.
  6. Mix the beaten egg with a splash of water to create an egg wash, then brush it lightly over the pastry to help it turn a beautiful golden brown.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is deep golden and crispy, and the hot dogs are heated through.
  8. While baking, prepare a simple dipping sauce by combining ketchup, mustard, and a splash of pickle juice or lemon juice for added zing.
  9. Remove the mummy hot dogs from the oven and let them rest for about 5 minutes; this helps the pastry crisp up further and cool slightly for easier handling.
  10. Serve the hot dogs on a platter with the dipping sauce on the side, and enjoy their crispy, playful appearance and savory flavor.

Notes

Ensure the pastry remains cold to prevent tearing. Seal edges thoroughly to prevent filling from escaping. Keep an eye on the baking time to achieve perfect golden crispiness. Let hot dogs rest briefly after baking to avoid sogginess.