Air Fryer Mummy Dogs are a fun, festive Halloween snack made with just 3 ingredients! Hot dogs wrapped in flaky crescent dough and topped with candy googly eyes for an adorable mummy look. Quick and easy to make in the air fryer!
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These delicious mummy dogs are not only cute but also a hit with kids and adults alike. Perfect for Halloween parties, movie nights, or simply a fun dinner at home, they combine savory and sweet flavors in every bite.
Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces, like mustard or ketchup, for an extra touch of flavor. Get ready to delight your guests with this spooky twist on a classic favorite! For even more Halloween inspiration, explore other fun ideas on my blog, including this spooky Halloween punch and Halloween veggie pizza that will make your celebration unforgettable.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- These mummy dogs make for the perfect Halloween party snack or appetizer alongside other spooky treats! If you’re planning a Halloween bash, consider pairing them with these Halloween witch cupcakes and magic potion punch to create a delightful spread.
- With only 3 ingredients, this recipe is super simple to make and doesn’t require a lot of prep.
- This recipe is quick and easily made in the air fryer. Just wrap the hot dogs with the crescent dough and let the air fryer do the rest of the work!
- This recipe is great for getting the kids involved. They’ll love to wrap the mummy dogs up and add the candy googly eyes!
Ingredients
Gather the ingredients below to make these cute Halloween hotdogs!
- Hot dogs - You can use any variety of hot dog for this recipe depending on what you prefer. Beef, turkey, or veggie hot dogs are all great options and will taste great!
- Refrigerated crescent rolls - You can use crescent dough sheets or crescents with the perforations for this recipe. Either will work fine to cut into strips for these mummies!
- Candy googly eyes - You can get these candy googly eyes on Amazon or at Walmart. You can also swap these out with dots of mustard or ketchup if you prefer.
See recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Swap plain hot dogs for cheese dogs to add a delicious cheesy twist! For even more cheesy goodness, check out these homemade cheesy breadsticks, which pairs perfectly with these mummy dogs.
- Prefer a smoother look? Use a crescent dough sheet without perforations for a seamless wrap.
- For a fun twist, replace the candy eyes with dots of ketchup or mustard.
- Try using pizza dough instead of crescent roll dough for a different flavor profile.
- For an extra savory kick, layer strips of air-fried bacon under the dough before air frying!
How to Make Air Fryer Mummy Dogs
Once you've gathered all your ingredients and follow the steps below for a tasty Halloween snack!
- Step 1: Roll out the crescent roll dough, pinching seams together, and cut it into ½-inch strips. Wrap the strips around the hot dogs to create a mummy look, leaving an opening for the eyes.
- Step 2: Place wrapped hot dogs in your greased air fryer basket and spray each mummy dog with nonstick cooking spray.
- Step 3: Air fry at 330°F for 6-8 minutes until the dough is golden brown. Add a small dot of ketchup or mustard to the back of the candy eyes, place two on each mummy dog, and serve.
- Step 4: Pair the mummy dogs with your favorite dipping sauces, like mustard or ketchup.
Helpful Tips
- Pat dry your hot dogs with a paper towel before wrapping them with the dough to help the dough stick a little bit better.
- Make sure your mummy dogs aren’t touching as they cook in the air fryer.
- Try not to overlap your crescent dough wrap too much or cut the strips too wide. This helps prevent the dough from not cooking evenly.
Recipe FAQs
While they are a fun treat, Air Fryer Mummy Dogs are best enjoyed in moderation, as they are made with processed hot dogs and dough. The air fryer does reduce some fat compared to traditional frying.
You can prepare the hotdogs and wrap them in the crescent dough strips ahead of time, but wait until right before serving to air fry them for the best results.
Absolutely! You can add shredded cheese, cooked bacon, or even small pieces of jalapeño for extra flavor before wrapping the dough around the hot dog.
To prevent sticking, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or use parchment paper designed for air fryers.
Yes! You can use vegetarian hot dogs or even veggie sticks for a meat-free version of this fun Halloween snack.
Storage & Freezing Instructions
Storage Instructions
To store air fryer mummy dogs, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Then, simply reheat them in the air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for around 3 minutes.
Freezing Instructions
These air fryer mummy dogs are best served fresh or within a few days, so it is not recommended to freeze them. However, you can freeze the raw wrapped mummy dogs before cooking them if needed.
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Air Fryer Mummy Dogs
Ingredients
- 10 hot dogs
- 1 can refrigerated crescent rolls
- 20 candy googly eyes
Instructions
- Roll your crescent roll dough out onto a nonstick surface. Gently pinch together any seams.
- Using a pizza cutter, cut dough into ½-inch strips. Carefully wrap strips around your hot dogs to create a mummy look. Be sure to leave a small opening for the eyes on one end.
- Place wrapped hot dogs in your greased air fryer basket.
- Spray each mummy dog with nonstick cooking spray.
- Air fry at 330ºF for 6-8 minutes or until crescent dough is golden brown.
- Place a small dot of ketchup or mustard on the back of your candy eyes, add two to each mummy dog and serve.
Notes
- Pat dry your hot dogs with a paper towel before wrapping them with the dough to help the dough stick a little bit better.
- Make sure your mummy dogs aren’t touching as they cook in the air fryer.
- Try not to overlap your crescent dough wrap too much or cut the strips too wide. This helps prevent the dough from not cooking evenly.
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