Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These mummy pretzel dogs are playful, tasty, and surprisingly easy to make. The soft, chewy dough pairs perfectly with savory hot dogs, while candy eyeballs give them a festive, Halloween-ready look. They’re a creative, hand-held snack that’s perfect for parties, classroom treats, or even a fun family cooking activity.

Ingredients

  • 13.8-ounce can of pizza dough
  • 8 bun-length hot dogs
  • 4 quarts water
  • ⅔ cup baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 16 candy eyeballs
  • Mustard for serving
  • Ketchup for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Bring water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
  3. Divide pizza dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope about 12 inches in length.
  4. Wrap each hot dog with the dough rope, leaving a small space for the “face.”
  5. Carefully dip each wrapped hot dog into the boiling water for 30–60 seconds, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush melted butter over the dough-wrapped hot dogs.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Press candy eyeballs into the exposed dough area to create the mummy’s eyes.
  9. Serve warm with mustard and ketchup for dipping.

Servings and Timing

  • Servings: 8 mummy pretzel dogs
  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Boil and bake time: 20 minutes
  • Total time: 35 minutes

Variations

  • Use mini hot dogs for bite-sized mummy treats.
  • Swap candy eyeballs for small dots of mustard or ketchup for a savory version.
  • Sprinkle dough with sesame seeds or coarse salt before baking for extra texture.
  • Try wrapping with crescent roll dough for a lighter, buttery version.

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh and warm. Store leftover mummy pretzel dogs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Reheat briefly in the oven to maintain crispness.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?
You can assemble them ahead and refrigerate, then boil and bake just before serving to keep them fresh and soft.

Can I freeze them?
Yes, wrap individually in plastic wrap and freeze before boiling. Thaw and follow boiling and baking instructions when ready to serve.

Do I have to use candy eyeballs?
No small dots of mustard, ketchup, or even chocolate chips can work as eyes.

What if the dough unravels while boiling?
Make sure the dough is wrapped snugly around the hot dog, and hold the ends together briefly when placing in the boiling water.

Conclusion

Easy Mummy Pretzel Dogs are a fun, festive, and delicious Halloween snack. Chewy dough, savory hot dogs, and candy eyes make them irresistible for kids and adults alike. Quick to prepare and visually festive, these mummy pretzel dogs are sure to be a hit at any Halloween party or spooky snack table.

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Easy Mummy Pretzel Dogs are a fun and spooky snack for Halloween. Fluffy pizza-dough-wrapped hot dogs get a pretzel-like boil and golden bake, then come to life with candy eyeballs for adorable mummy treats. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or classroom snacks.

  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: undefined
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 mummy pretzel dogs
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Boiling, Baking, Wrapping
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

13.8-ounce can of pizza dough

8 bun-length hot dogs

4 quarts water

⅔ cup baking soda

2 tablespoons salted butter, melted

16 candy eyeballs

Mustard for serving

Ketchup for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Bring water and baking soda to a boil in a large pot.
  3. Divide pizza dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a 12-inch rope.
  4. Wrap each hot dog with dough, leaving a small space for the ‘face.’
  5. Dip each wrapped hot dog into boiling water for 30–60 seconds, then place on baking sheet.
  6. Brush melted butter over the dough-wrapped hot dogs.
  7. Bake 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Press candy eyeballs into exposed dough area for eyes.
  9. Serve warm with mustard and ketchup.

Notes

Use mini hot dogs for bite-sized mummy treats.

Swap candy eyeballs for mustard, ketchup, or chocolate chips for eyes.

Sprinkle dough with sesame seeds or coarse salt before baking for extra texture.

Try crescent roll dough for a lighter, buttery version.

Best enjoyed fresh and warm; store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mummy pretzel dog
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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