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This playful twist on hot dogs combines juicy sausages wrapped in flaky, golden dough with fun candy eyes for a festive treat everyone will enjoy. It’s a perfect snack to add some whimsy to any gathering or seasonal celebration.
Ingredients
- Hot Dogs Use any variety you like from classic beef to cocktail sausages for mini versions
- Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough This dough makes wrapping easy and bakes into a golden, flaky crust
- Candy Eyeballs Bring your mummies to life with candy eyes or pipe mustard or white chocolate for creative options
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to keep the mummies from sticking
- Prepare Dough Strips
- Open the crescent roll dough and unroll it carefully. Pinch the seams together and cut the dough into thin strips about one quarter inch wide
- Wrap Hot Dogs
- Wrap each hot dog with dough strips in a crisscross pattern to mimic mummy wrappings, leaving some space for eyes. Arrange on the baking sheet
- Apply Egg Wash and Bake
- Optionally brush the dough with egg wash to achieve a golden finish. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the dough is fully cooked and golden brown
- Add Eyes
- Once slightly cooled, place candy eyeballs or pipe dots of mustard or chocolate to create eyes on each mummy
- Serve
- Serve the mummies warm with ketchup mustard or your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy the playful presentation
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Storage Tips
You can prepare the wrapped hot dogs ahead of time by wrapping them in plastic and refrigerating for one to two days before baking Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for two to three days Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for ten to twelve minutes to restore crispness or microwave briefly for convenience though the dough may soften
Ingredient Substitutions
Try using vegetarian or vegan sausages to adapt this for plant-based diets For the dough you can experiment with puff pastry for a different texture Instead of candy eyes use olives sliced or small pieces of vegetables to decorate
Serving Suggestions
Pair these with classic dipping sauces like ketchup mustard or barbecue sauce Serve alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables to complete the meal They also work well as party appetizers or kid-friendly lunchbox treats
Pro Tips
- Keep the dough chilled to prevent tearing and to make wrapping easier
- Crisscross the dough strips loosely to show some of the hot dog for a more authentic mummy look
- Watch closely near the end of baking as oven temperatures vary and dough can burn quickly
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Commonly Asked Questions
- → What type of dough is best for wrapping the hot dogs?
Refrigerated crescent roll dough is ideal due to its flaky, buttery texture and ease of use, helping create a golden, crisp wrap.
- → Can I use different sausages instead of hot dogs?
Yes, any pre-cooked sausage or hot dog works well. If using raw sausages, precook before wrapping to ensure even baking.
- → How do I make the candy eyes stick on the baked mummies?
Add candy eyes after the mummies have cooled slightly so they adhere better without melting or sliding off.
- → Is the egg wash necessary?
Egg wash is optional but helps achieve a shiny, golden crust for a more appealing look.
- → How should leftovers be stored and reheated?
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes or microwave briefly, though the pastry may lose crispness.