These mummy dogs are the easiest, cutest Halloween appetizer, made with just hot dogs and crescent dough. The hot dogs get wrapped in flaky dough strips to look like little mummies, baked until golden, and finished with candy eyes. Served with your favorite dipping sauces, they are a guaranteed hit with kids and adults.
Why You Will Love These Mummy Dogs
Just 2 main ingredients. Hot dogs and crescent dough do all the work.
So easy. No special skills required, just wrap and bake.
Kid approved. Fun to make and even more fun to dip.
Party perfect. A festive, crowd-pleasing Halloween appetizer.
Customizable. Use any hot dogs, sausages, and dips you love.
If you have ever made pigs in a blanket, these mummy dogs are just as easy but dressed up for spooky season. The flaky crescent dough bakes up golden and buttery around the juicy hot dog, and the candy eyes bring each little mummy to life.
What You Need to Make Mummy Dogs
Here is everything you need, plus a few of my favorite products. Full measurements are in the recipe card above.
Hot dogs. Any kind works, from classic beef to smoked sausages or chicken dogs.
Here is the quick walk-through, and the full recipe is in the card above.
Prep. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet.
Cut the dough. Pinch the crescent dough seams closed and slice into thin strips.
Wrap. Wind the strips around each hot dog like bandages, leaving a gap for the eyes.
Bake. Brush with egg wash if using, then bake 12 to 15 minutes until golden.
Decorate. Add candy eyes with a dot of mustard and serve with dips.
How to Wrap the Mummies
The wrapping is the fun part, and it could not be easier. After you pinch the crescent dough into one smooth sheet, use a pizza cutter to slice it into thin strips, about a quarter inch wide. Wind the strips around each hot dog at different angles, crisscrossing them the way mummy bandages would, and leave a small gap near the top where the eyes will go. You do not want to cover the hot dog completely; a few peeks of hot dog showing through actually makes them look more like real mummies. The messier and more random the wrapping, the better, so this is a great step to let kids handle.
Tips for the Best Mummy Dogs
Pat the hot dogs dry. This helps the dough stick and crisp up.
Do not overwrap. Leave gaps so they look like bandages and bake evenly.
Add eyes after baking. Candy eyes can melt in the oven, so add them warm.
Use a dot of mustard. It is the perfect edible glue for the eyes.
Serve warm. They are best fresh from the oven with dips on the side.
Fun Dipping Sauce Ideas
Half the fun of these mummy dogs is the dipping. Classic ketchup and mustard are always a hit with kids, but I love offering a few options so everyone can choose their favorite. Honey dijon adds a sweet-and-tangy kick, ranch is always a crowd-pleaser, and barbecue sauce or a cheesy dip are delicious too. For a spooky touch, you can even swirl a little ketchup into ranch for a creepy effect. Set out a few small bowls of dips in the center of the platter and let everyone go to town.
Ways to Customize
These are so easy to make your own. Use beef, turkey, chicken, or plant-based hot dogs, or swap in smoked sausages for more flavor. For bite-sized party appetizers, cut the hot dogs in half or use cocktail sausages, which also stretches the recipe to feed a bigger crowd. Puff pastry or pizza dough work in place of crescent dough, and you can brush the dough with a little garlic butter before baking for extra flavor. Add a slice of cheese under the dough for cheesy mummy dogs the kids will go crazy for.
Make Ahead and Storage
These are best served warm and fresh, but you can prep them ahead to make party day easier. Wrap the hot dogs in dough, place them on a lined sheet, and keep them covered in the fridge for a few hours, then bake just before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and reheat in a 350 degree oven or air fryer to bring back the crisp dough; the microwave works in a pinch but softens the dough. I would not recommend freezing them once baked, as the texture changes.
A Fun Recipe to Make With Kids
Making mummy dogs is one of my favorite kitchen activities to do with little ones during the Halloween season. Kids love wrapping the dough bandages and, of course, placing the candy eyes at the end. It keeps small hands busy and happy, and there is no wrong way to wrap a mummy, so there is no pressure to be perfect. These simple, silly cooking moments are some of my favorite memories of the season, and the kids are always so proud to serve a spooky snack they made themselves.
Perfect for a Halloween Party
These little mummies are made for entertaining. They look adorable lined up on a platter with their candy eyes peeking out, but they take almost no effort, which is exactly what you want when hosting during the busy Halloween season. Set out a few bowls of dipping sauces in the middle and watch them disappear. They pair beautifully with other spooky bites for a full spread, and they are hearty enough to keep hungry trick-or-treaters happy before they head out the door. Kids and adults alike love them, and they always get a laugh at the table. Whether you are throwing a big costume party or just making a fun weeknight dinner in October, this is the kind of easy, festive recipe you will come back to year after year.
More Easy Halloween Appetizers
If you are building a spooky spread, here are more fun bites to try:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Pat the hot dogs dry. If you like smaller bites, cut each hot dog in half.
Unroll the crescent dough, pinch the seams together to form one smooth sheet, and cut it into thin strips with a pizza cutter.
Wrap the dough strips around each hot dog to look like mummy bandages, leaving a small gap near the top for the eyes.
Place the mummy dogs on the baking sheet and brush with the beaten egg, if using.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the dough is golden.
Add two candy eyes to each mummy, using a small dot of mustard to hold them in place. Serve warm with dipping sauces.
Recipe Tips
Use a dab of mustard as edible glue for the candy eyes.
For a smaller, party-sized version, cut the hot dogs in half or use cocktail sausages and reduce the bake time.
This is such a fun one to make with kids. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or air fryer.
These mummy dogs are the easiest, cutest Halloween appetizer, and they come together with just two main ingredients. Hot dogs get wrapped in flaky crescent dough strips to look like little mummies, baked until golden, and finished with candy eyes. Served with your favorite dipping sauces, they are a guaranteed hit at any Halloween party, and they are so much fun to make with the kids.
Part pig-in-a-blanket, part spooky craft project, these little guys disappear the second they hit the table. They are quick, budget-friendly, and endlessly customizable, which makes them a Halloween tradition in our house.
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