This Air Fryer Mummy Dogs Recipe is perfect for celebrating Halloween! Make these air fryer mummy hot dogs for a fun and festive Halloween lunch, dinner, or party treat.
Kids love food that’s fun, and Halloween is the perfect time to scare up some spirited snacks. This mummy dogs recipe is super fun and festive. I mean, what could be a more fitting addition to a spooky celebration than Halloween mummy hot dogs?!
Mummy dogs are so simple to put together using your favorite brand of hot dogs and flaky puff pastry. Plus, they cook in under 10 minutes. That’s frighteningly fast!
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Whether you’re looking for a fast lunch for your kids, tasty dinner for the entire family, or the perfect Halloween party snack, these mummy hot dogs will be a big hit.
Want more spooktacular Halloween treats to go with this mummy dogs recipe? Then you’ll want to check out this Halloween Fruit Tray, these no-bake Halloween Bat Cookies, and you’ll love these Mummy Jalapeno Poppers.
Hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry are tasty, but hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry and shaped like a mummy are something to get really excited about during spooky season!
Why Make This Recipe
- Fun Lunch – A fun and festive lunch that even picky eaters will enjoy eating.
- Easy – A quick prep time is all you need before cooking air fryer mummy dogs for just 6-8 minutes.
- Family Friendly – These aren’t just for kids. The entire family will enjoy these mummy wrapped hot dogs.
Ingredient Notes
- Hot Dogs – Use your favorite hot dog flavor. You can use beef or pork hot dogs or classic hot dogs with a mixture of meats.
- Puff Pastry or Crescent Roll Dough – You’ll need one roll of thawed puff pastry. You can also use a tube of pre-made crescent roll dough.
- Candy Eyes – Find candy eyes with the Halloween candy or in the cake decorating aisle.
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How To Make Mummy Dogs
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- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F / 190 degrees C / fan assisted 170 degrees C / gas mark 5 and line a cookie sheet or baking tray.
- Roll out dough and use a pizza cutter to slice into 1-inch strips.
- Dry the hot dogs with paper towels.
- Wrap dough strips around the hot dogs in a criss-cross pattern, leaving an open space on one end for the mummy’s face.
- Place mummy hot dogs into the prepared sheet and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Bake for 13 to 16 minutes or until dough is light golden and hot dogs are hot through.
- Remove from oven and stick the candy eyeballs with a little mustard and serve warm.
Make In The Air Fryer
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Roll out dough and use a pizza cutter to slice into 1-inch strips.
- Dry the hot dogs with paper towels.
- Wrap dough strips around the hot dogs in a criss-cross pattern, leaving an open space on one end for the mummy’s face.
- Place mummy hot dogs into the air fryer basket and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes at 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C until warmed through and golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and stick the candy eyeballs with a little mustard and serve warm.
Expert Tips
- Lightly brush with olive oil or spritz with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the mummy hot dogs from sticking. You can also use parchment paper.
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the puff pastry into strips.
- Cut the puff pastry into 1-inch wide strips.
- Wrap the hot dog in a crisscross pattern.
- Avoid overlapping the puff pastry or crescent roll dough too much as this can prevent it from cooking well.
- Prep these up to 3 days in advance. Wrap with plastic wrap and cook in the air fryer when ready.
- Slice the hot dog in half or use little sausages for mini Halloween dogs.
- When cooking in the air fryer, Preheat your air fryer for the best results.
- Air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model, so it is important to always check your food for doneness and adjust the air frying time as needed.
Delicious Variations
- Use Mini Sausages – Swap out the hot dogs for mini sausages to make the cutest mini mummies.
- Use Crescent Rolls – Regular crescent dough can be used instead of puff pastry. Simply cut the crescent sheets into strips, wrapping them around the hot dogs in the same manner.
- Add Cheese – Use cheese hot dogs or layer cheese underneath the puff pastry wrapping.
Prep And Storage
- Prep Ahead – You can prep this recipe in advance. Just wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge. Cook when ready.
- Store – Store leftover cooked mummy dogs in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze – Freezing these air fryer mummy hot dogs is not recommended.
