Air Fryer Mummy Dogs Recipe

Name: Air Fryer Mummy Dogs Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Ingredients: 4 hot dogs; 1 roll of puff pastry (or 1 tube of crescent roll dough); candy eyeballs

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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.

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close up view of one of the mummy hot dogs from the air fryer mummy dogs recipe

Kids love food that’s fun, and Halloween is the perfect time to scare up some spirited snacks. This air fryer mummy dogs recipe is super fun and festive, and Halloween mummy hot dogs make a perfect addition to a spooky celebration.

Mummy dogs in the air fryer are so simple to put together using your favorite brand of hot dogs and flaky puff pastry. Plus, these air fryer mummy hot dogs cook in under 10 minutes. That’s frighteningly fast!

Whether you’re looking for a fast lunch for your kids, tasty dinner for the entire family, or the perfect Halloween party snack, these air fryer mummy hot dogs will be a big hit.

Hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry are tasty, but hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry like a mummy are something to get really excited about.

Want more spooktacular Halloween treats to go with this air fryer 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.

top down view of the completed air fryer mummy dogs recipe

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 – Air fryer mummy dogs 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 – 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.

the cooked air fryer mummy dogs recipe inside the air fryer basket

Ready to make this Air Fryer Mummy Dogs Recipe? Gather your ingredients and I will show you…

How To Make Air Fryer Mummy Dogs

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 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 add the candy eyeballs and serve warm.

image collage showing the steps for making the air fryer mummy dogs recipe

Expert Tips

Lightly brush with olive oil or spritz with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the air fryer 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 too much as this can prevent it from cooking well.
Prep the air fryer mummy hot dogs 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 air fryer mummy dogs.
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.

the air fryer mummy dogs recipe inside hot dog buns

Prep And Storage

Prep Ahead – You can prep this air fryer mummy dogs recipe in advance, just wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge. Air fry 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.

FAQs

How Long To Cook Mummy Dogs?

Cooking mummy hot dogs in the air fryer takes about 6-8 minutes, and the prep time is minimal.

What Can I Use Instead Of Candy Eyes?

If you can’t find candy eyeballs, you can substitute dots of ketchup or mustard or use slices of black or green olives.

Are Hot Dogs Precooked?

Hot dogs come fully cooked. When making air fryer mummy dogs, you need to heat the hot dog and cook until the puff pastry is crispy. The hot dog doesn’t need to meet a minimum temperature.

the completed air fryer mummy dogs recipe served with candy eye decorations

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