Spooky-Cute Air Fryer Mummy Hot Dogs Kids Will Love

Our daughter is a fan of the spooky twist on these easy mummy dogs, especially when we pair them with a spider web ketchup dip that’s pure Jack-o'-lantern magic! They’re perfect for parties, a Halloween sleepover, or a post-trick-or-treating snack after a night of horror.

For another frightfully fun treat, check out my Spooky Halloween Snack Mix and Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites. It’s a sweet and salty mix of cereal, crackers, and candy that screams October 31. Now, let’s wrap up some hot dogs and get ready for the witching hour!

These Halloween mummy hot dogs are a fun twist on a classic party food! They’re quick, easy, and packed with Halloween fun.

Super quick: Ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy Halloween gatherings.

Great for parties: Use regular or cocktail sausages depending on whether you’re feeding kids or adults.

Playful Halloween theme: Silly candy eyes and spider web ketchup keep up with the season.

Convenient: The air fryer cooks multiple hot dogs at once with minimal effort.

With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a fun Halloween treat that’s spooky and delicious! Scroll to the full recipe card at the bottom of this post for exact amounts.

• Hot dogs: They’re the savory base for these mummies. Use turkey, beef, or pork hot dogs.
• Crescent roll dough: This creates the flaky, buttery mummy wrapping. Swap with puff pastry for a puffier texture.
• Egg: It gives the dough a subtle, shiny finish. You can use milk or water instead.
• Candy eyeballs: These add a creepy, playful look.
• Cooking spray: It prevents sticking in the air fryer. A brush of olive, canola, or coconut oil works too.
• Ketchup: It's the base of the spider web dip. Swap with salsa for a spicy kick.
• Mustard: Use it to create the spider web pattern. Mayo is a great substitute.

See recipe card for quantities.

This easy recipe transforms hot dogs into frightening mummies in minutes! Just wrap, air fry, and add edible eyeballsfor a fun dinner. Here’s the full recipe with step-by-step instructions (see recipe card at the bottom of the post):

1. Step 1: Unroll the crescent roll sheet and press seams to form a smooth sheet. Cut into ¼-inch strips.

2. Step 2: Wrap each hot dog with dough strips, leaving gaps for the “mummy look” and space for eyes.

3. Step 3: Brush with beaten egg and air fry at 350°F for 6–8 minutes, until golden and puffed.

4. Step 4: Let cool slightly, add candy eyes with a dab of ketchup or mustard. Serve with a small bowl of ketchup, drizzle mustard in circles and drag a toothpick outward to make a spider web.

Get creative for your Halloween parties or movie nights with these fun twists on air fryer Halloween mummy dogs.

Cheese-dog mummies: Place a halved mozzarella cheese stick alongside each hot dog before wrapping with crescent roll strips for a gooey surprise.

Skip the candy eyes: Add dots of mustard, ketchup, or mayo to the mummy dogs as eyes instead of candy.

Tex-Mex mummies: Wrap each hot dog in a slice of bacon, then in crescent dough as usual. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with taco seasoning.

Mini version: Use cocktail sausages for mini mummy dogs and reduce air frying time to 5–7 minutes.

Spicy mummies: Brush the dough with a mixture of melted butter and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a fiery kick.

Go vegan: Use plant-based hot dogs and vegan crescent dough, brushing with plant-based milk instead of egg.

Pizza-style mummies: Place 2–3 pepperoni slices alongside a halved mozzarella cheese stick before wrapping in crescent dough. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Costume or not, these fun Halloween treats are perfect for any spooky celebration! My family loves these at our spooky movie nights. Here are our favorite ways to enjoy them:

• Serve with Spooky Halloween Snack Mix for a sweet and salty combo at Halloween gatherings.
• Set up a snack bar with these hot dogs, my Cookies and Cream Popcorn, and Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites.
• Set out with Homemade Chipotle Sauce for dipping.
• Enjoy during a Halloween movie night with hot apple cider and my Caramel Apple Pretzel Bites.

Got leftover mummy dogs? Here’s how to keep them fresh for later!

Refrigeration

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Remove candy eyeballs before storing.

Reheating

Remove candy eyeballs before reheating to prevent melting. Place in the air fryer at 300°F for 3–4 minutes or in the oven on a prepared baking sheet at 350°F for 6-8 minutes to restore crispness.

These easy mummy hot dogs with spider web ketchup are always a hit, but these tips and tricks ensure they're absolutely perfect for your next Halloween party!

Avoid unraveling: Press the crescent dough seams firmly to prevent unraveling during cooking. If they don’t stick, dab with a bit of milk or water before pressing again.

Don’t over-crowd: Make sure there's a bit of space between the wrapped hot dogs in the air fryer, otherwise, they'll "steam" and the crescent dough won't get nice and crispy.

Prep ahead for parties: Wrap hot dogs in crescent dough and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before air frying for easy party prep.

Line the basket: Place an 8-inch round of cooking parchment paper in the air fryer basket for easier cleanup, ensuring it doesn’t block airflow.

More dipping sauces: I like to set out a variety of dipping sauces like honey mustard, cheese sauce, salsa,marinara, or buffalo sauce for a different flavor.

Here’s what other home cooks are asking about this delicious mummy dog recipe!

Yes! Bake on a prepared baking sheet at 375°F for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.

Absolutely! Puff pastry works great but may need an extra 1–2 minutes of cooking time.

Use plant-based hot dogs, vegan crescent dough, and brush with plant-based milk instead of egg.

Yes! Use cocktail sausages for mini mummy dogs and air fry for 5-7 minutes.

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