Mummy Hot Dogs are a fun and easy way to get into the Halloween spirit! All you need is some hot dogs, puff pastry, and some candy eyes.
I think that Mummy Hot Dogs are the ultimate Halloween treat that is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
A cross between a sausage roll and pigs in blankets, Mummy Hot Dogs are fun, creepy and easy for kids to make and eat!
You can season them with spices or use dipping sauces for extra flavour. And, of course, they go perfectly with ketchup.
To make your Mummy Hot Dogs, all you need is some hot dogs, pre-made dough, cream cheese and candy eyes.
You'll cut the pre-rolled puff pastry into thin strips and wrapp around hot dogs to resemble mummy bandages, making sure to leave some space for the eyes! Then it's simply a case of brushing them with egg and baking.
Once the hot dogs are out of the oven, add dots of cream cheese to affix candy eyes and your mummy hot dogs are ready to serve.
If you want to go one step further, a fun way to serve them is to push them onto sticks and display them on a cake pop stand.
Or you can lay them out on a platter of spooky treats, alongside my Witches Finger Breadsticks and Halloween Salad.
The full method for making the Mummy Hot Dogs is below. I've added some clear pictures for every step so that you can see how they should look as you go along. Enjoy!
Ingredients
For the mummy hot dogs
- 16 hot dogs
- 1 pack ready rolled puff pastry or pizza dough or crescent dough
- 1 medium free range egg
For the eyes
- 50 g (1.8 oz) full fat cream cheese
- 32 candy eyes
Equipment
- Pizza Cutter
- Large nonstick baking tray
Instructions
Make the mummy hot dogs
Preheat the oven to 200C (180C fan).
Line a large baking tray (or two smaller trays) with baking paper.
Take the puff pastry out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before you start so that it’s pliable enough to unroll.
Take your pizza cutter and cut along the the shorter side repeatedly, all the way up, to create lots of thin strips of pastry.
Take a hotdog and starting at one end, wrap a strip of puff pastry around the hot dog. Leave a little gap to position the eyes later. You will need a couple of strips per hotdog.
Lay the hotdog on the prepared tray, making sure that any seams or ends are at the back of the hot dog so that it doesn’t unravel during baking. Repeat until all the hot dogs are wrapped.
Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create a light egg wash.
Brush all over the pastry wrapped hot dogs.
Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
Place on a wire cooling rack.
Add the eyes
Transfer the cream cheese to a small piping bag and snip off the end. Pipe small blobs onto the hotdogs for the eyes.
Pop candy eyes on top of the cream cheese.
Serve with ketchup and enjoy!
Pointers, tricks and troubleshooting tips for the perfect Mummy Hot Dogs
Are Mummy Hot Dogs easy to make?
You bet! With just a few simple ingredients and some kitchen staples, you can have these ghoulishly good hot dogs on the table in no time.
All you need to do is wrap pastry strips around some hot dogs, bake them, and then decorate with candy eyes. There are a couple of other steps involved, as detailed above, but overall the recipe is as simple as that. Plus, I have loads of pointers, tricks and troubleshooting tips below to help you make the perfect Mummy Hot Dogs.
Will I need any special equipment to make Mummy Hot Dogs?
No, all you'll need are your hands, utensils and a baking sheet.
The pastry cutter isn't essential - a steady hand and a long knife will do just fine for cutting the pastry.
A pastry brush is helpful for the egg wash, but you can spoon it over the egg if you don't have one. Though I'd recommend investing in a pastry brush - they're great!
The piping bag is helpful for putting little blobs of cream cheese onto the mummies, but again - you can use a spoon or knife if you don't have a pastry bag.
There's always a complete list of suggested equipment on the recipe card below my recipes if you're in doubt.
I also always include Amazon links to example products, to show precisely what I used to make each recipe.
What kind of pastry should I use?
I used puff pastry for this recipe, but pizza dough would work well too. You want something that slightly puffs or expands as it cooks to get the same bandage effect as the photos.
How can I tell if pastry went off?
Store-bought puff pastry like Jus-Rol usually uses oil instead of butter, so it will have a longer shelf life than homemade puff pastry (which uses butter).
However, it can still spoil when it goes beyond its sell-by date. So first, you should check the date on the package.
If you're unsure if your puff pastry has gone off, give it a sniff - if it smells tangy or weird, it's most likely old. If your puff pastry is dry and cracked, it's not fresh.
If you're not sure, it's always best to err on the side of caution and throw it out. It's not worth taking the risk of food poisoning.
How can I tell if cream cheese has gone off?
First, you should check the use-by date on the packaging. If it's in date, it's likely to be safe to eat, but this still depends on the storage.
Like other types of cheese, cream cheese can go off if it's not stored properly. If you're not sure if your cream cheese is still good to eat, give it a sniff - if it smells sour, then it's time to bin it.
Sometimes old cream cheese can look fine, but it's dry around the edges and has a cracked desert floor look. If it looks like this, bacteria have started separating water from the fat, so you should bin it.
Always ensure you wash your hands and anything that comes into contact with spoiled dairy.
How can I tell if eggs have gone off?
It's always best to use fresh ingredients when baking, especially eggs. It's essential to use fresh eggs, as they can behave differently in recipes as they get older and their quality declines.
You can tell if an egg has gone off by cracking it open and giving it a sniff - if it smells bad, then it's time to bin it. Sometimes old eggs have a more liquid egg white or discolouration, so if it looks or feels strange in any way, you should discard them.
You should also check the use-by date on the box or carton before using. You can usually store eggs for up to four weeks in the fridge. However, if you keep your eggs on the counter at room temperature, they may spoil before the best date.
What kind of hot dogs should I use?
I used smaller (around 4-inch) tinned hot dogs for this recipe, but you could use the kind that comes in vacuum-sealed refrigerated packs. Alternatively, you could use vegetarian sausages, but I wouldn't recommend using raw pork sausages.
Raw sausages wouldn't work for a couple of reasons. First, they might not cook properly and pose a food poisoning risk. Second, they will release water and fat while cooking which would make the pastry soggy and oily.
Hot dogs are precooked, so they don't pose such a risk of food poisoning, so you could try this recipe with another kind of pre-cooked sausage.
Do I need to boil my hotdogs first?
Hotdogs are usually made using pre-cooked meat. The heat of the oven and the pastry blanket should heat your hotdogs through. This should go for veggie hot dogs too.
Are Mummy Hot Dogs suitable for vegetarians?
You can make this recipe vegetarian by using veggie hot dogs. I think Fry's Hot Dogs or Moving Mountains Hot Dogs would work well for this recipe. If you can't find them, then you can just use veggie sausages like Quorn sausages or a supermarket's own brand.
Just make sure you use a sausage with a casing rather than an open style like a Beyond Meat - otherwise, it might melt apart.
You'll usually find vegetarian sausages and hot dogs in dedicated vegetarian sections in the fridge or freezer aisle. Or you can find them on Amazon or in vegetarian shops.
You'll be surprised how often animal-derived products sneak into ingredients lists. So always make sure that you double-check all of your ingredients labels to ensure that they are vegetarian. Also, don't forget to check any sauces that you intend to serve with your Mummy Hot Dogs.
Are Mummy Hot Dogs suitable for vegans?
You can make this recipe vegan if you use a vegan sausage like some of the brands listed above and skip the egg wash.
Most store-bought puff pastry and pizza dough are naturally vegan, but check the labels just in case!
Also, don't forget to check anything extra that you intend to serve with your Mummy Hot Dogs.
Are Mummy Hot Dogs gluten-free?
No, but if you use gluten-free pastry and sausages, then it's easy to make this recipe gluten-free.
You'll usually find gluten-free pastry on the free-from aisle in supermarkets. If you can't find it there, try health food shops or online retailers.
As for the sausages, most vegetarian and vegan sausages are gluten-free but always check the label to be sure.
If you want to make your own gluten-free pastry, then this recipe looks like a good
Double-check all of your ingredients labels to make sure that they are gluten-free. Also, don't forget to check anything extra you intend to serve with your Mummy Hot Dogs.
Are Mummy Hot Dogs keto-friendly?
No, this recipe contains pastry which is not suitable for a ketogenic diet, sorry!
Are Mummy Hot Dogs healthy?
Hot dogs are typically made with processed meat and contain a fair amount of fat, so they aren't the healthiest. But if you buy a healthier brand, use low-fat sausages or vegetarian hot dogs, your Mummy Dogs will be a perfectly healthy snack.
Are Mummy Hot Dogs safe to eat while pregnant?
Yes, if you use vegetarian hot dogs or pork sausages, which are properly cooked to an internal temperature of 160C minimum. This is because hot dogs made with processed meat are considered deli meats and pose a risk of listeriosis.
Ensure all your ingredients are in good condition and that you prepare this meal safely and hygienically.
A Mummy Too does not offer medical advice. Please seek help from a medical professional if you need further information or have any concerns.
Are Mummy Hot Dogs suitable for babies and toddlers?
This recipe is suitable for young children but not babies as it poses a choking risk. If you are making this for toddlers, you should use low salt, low nitrate sausages and add no extra salt. The NHS explains why here.
Always give food in an appropriate size and shape for your child. For example, you may need to cut the Hot Dog Mummies into smaller pieces.
A Mummy Too does not give medical advice. Please speak to a health professional if you have any questions or concerns.
The NHS has some fantastic resources on their website on what to feed babies and young children.
What goes well with Mummy Hot Dogs?
Mummy Hot Dogs are usually served with ketchup, mustard or mayo. But you could also try serving them with bbq sauce, sweet chilli sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice.
You could also use food colouring or natural ingredients to make sauces black for a more spooky feel.
Where did you get the candy eyes?
I usually buy candy eyes from Amazon, but you may be able to find them on the baking aisle of some supermarkets or online retailers.
How should I store Mummy Hot Dogs?
You should keep your Mummy Hot Dogs in an airtight container in the fridge. They will be fine for up to 2 days.
How long will Mummy Hot Dogs keep?
Mummy Hot Dogs will keep for up to 2 days in the fridge in an airtight container. They'll keep for up to 3 months if you freeze them.
Do I need to refrigerate Mummy Hot Dogs?
Yes, Mummy Hot Dogs should be kept in the fridge and eaten within 2 days.
Can I freeze Mummy Hot Dogs?
You should be able to freeze your Mummy Hot Dogs for up to 3 months. Place them in a freezer-safe bag or container, and it should keep them safe from damage or freezer burn.
It's probably best to freeze Mummy Hot Dogs that you haven't cooked and then cook them from frozen. They should cook in the same amount of time as a frozen sausage roll, which is generally around 25 minutes at 180C-200C, or an internal temperature of 165C.
Can I leave Mummy Hot Dogs out on the counter?
No, Mummy Hot Dogs should be kept in the fridge and eaten within 2 days. The cream cheese will spoil if you leave it out at room temperature, and the hot dogs will be at risk of contaminants and bugs.
Can I make Mummy Hot Dogs ahead?
This recipe is best made fresh, so you get lovely flakey pastry on the outside. If you make them ahead, the pastry will most likely become soggy, and the candy eyes will melt.
Can I make these Mummy Hot Dogs in a different quantity?
If you want to make more or less of this recipe, go right ahead. As long as you have enough hot dogs and pastry to make the amount of Mummy Hot Dogs you want.
You can decorate your Mummy Dogs with as much pastry as you like (as long as it looks like a mummy!), so the ingredient quantities are flexible.
The hot dogs all cook individually, so you won't need to change the cooking time or temperature if you make more or less.
Can I make Mummy Hot Dogs in a stand mixer such as a KitchenAid Mixer or a food processor?
There's no point in this recipe that it needs a mixer. Instead, you only need your hands and some utensils - it's the dishwasher's dream!
How can I make sure my Mummy Hot Dogs turn out perfectly?
Here are my top tips to make Mummy Hot Dogs that will impress everyone:
- Make sure your hot dogs are an even size. You shouldn't have some hot dogs covered in pastry and some with hardly any; otherwise, some will burn before the bigger ones are cooked.
- Cut the pastry into thin strips, so it's easy to wrap around the hot dogs.
- Don't overdo it with the egg. A little bit goes a long way, and you don't want to make the pastry soggy.
- Get creative with your dipping sauces. Try bbq sauce, sweet chilli sauce or even a spooky black sauce made with food colouring or natural ingredients.
Why did the pastry fall off my Mummy Hot Dogs?
If the pastry falls off your Mummy Hot Dogs then it's likely that the sausages overcooked and shrivelled enough to shrink out of the pastry. Equally, you should make sure you brush a good amount of egg onto the hot dogs after wrapping them to help seal the pastry.
You could also try using a little flour or water to help the pastry stick if you find that the pastry isn't sticking to your sausages or hot dogs.
How can I add/change the flavours in these Mummy Hot Dogs?
There are lots of ways you can change the flavours in Mummy Hot Dogs. Try using different dipping sauces, such as bbq sauce, sweet chilli sauce or even a spooky black sauce made with food colouring or natural ingredients.
- You could also try using different types of sausage, such as chorizo or chicken sausages.
- If you want to make a vegetarian version, you could use veggie sausages or even tofu pups!
Where is the origin of hot dogs?
The history of hot dogs is disputed, but it is thought that they were first made in Germany. The name 'hot dog' is thought to come from the German word 'hundewurst', meaning 'dog sausage'. The first recorded use of the term 'hot dog' in relation to sausages was in 1889
Hotdogs became popular in the US in the early 1900s, when German immigrants began selling them at baseball stadiums. Today, hot dogs are one of America's most famous street foods!
Halloween is one of my favourite occasions to cook for, and this recipe was so fun to make. I hope you love this recipe as much as I do.
If you're looking for more Halloween-themed recipes, why not try my Spider Pizzas or Halloween Deviled Eggs? Or how about some No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake or Dairy Free Halloween Cupcakes?
For more Halloween food ideas, browse my Halloween Food section. There are lots of spooky recipes to choose from!
I'd love to see your Mummy Hot Dogs, so don't forget to tag me on social media (@amummytoo/@EmilyLearyCooks)
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Mummy Hot Dogs Recipe
Ingredients
For the mummy hot dogs
- 16 hot dogs
- 1 pack ready rolled puff pastry or pizza dough or crescent dough
- 1 medium free range egg
For the eyes
- 50 g (1.8 oz) full fat cream cheese
- 32 candy eyes
Equipment
- Pizza Cutter
- Large nonstick baking tray
Instructions
Make the mummy hot dogs
- Preheat the oven to 200C (180C fan).
- Line a large baking tray (or two smaller trays) with baking paper.
- Take the puff pastry out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before you start so that it’s pliable enough to unroll.
- Take your pizza cutter and cut along the the shorter side repeatedly, all the way up, to create lots of thin strips of pastry.
- Take a hotdog and starting at one end, wrap a strip of puff pastry around the hot dog. Leave a little gap to position the eyes later. You will need a couple of strips per hotdog.
- Lay the hotdog on the prepared tray, making sure that any seams or ends are at the back of the hot dog so that it doesn’t unravel during baking. Repeat until all the hot dogs are wrapped.
- Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create a light egg wash.
- Brush all over the pastry wrapped hot dogs.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
- Place on a wire cooling rack.
Add the eyes
- Transfer the cream cheese to a small piping bag and snip off the end. Pipe small blobs onto the hotdogs for the eyes.
- Pop candy eyes on top of the cream cheese.
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