7 Easy Mummy Little Smokies Recipes For Halloween

Every year, the search is on for that perfect Halloween appetizer—something spooky enough for the theme, but easy enough to make amidst the chaos of costumes and decorations. You need a crowd-pleaser that delights both kids and adults, a festive treat that looks like you spent hours on it, but actually comes together in minutes. I’ve found that the classic Mummy Little Smokies are always a winner, disappearing from the platter almost as fast as you can make them.

Finding kid-friendly Halloween recipes that aren’t loaded with sugar can feel like a challenge. You want to contribute something fun and memorable to the Halloween party, but you’re short on time. The thought of complicated recipes with hard-to-find ingredients is enough to make you grab a bag of chips and call it a day. You need a reliable, simple, and spooky snack that uses basic ingredients like mini sausages and crescent roll dough, ensuring even picky eaters will be reaching for more.

Mummy Little Smokies are the perfect easy Halloween appetizer, created by wrapping mini sausages in thin strips of crescent roll dough to resemble bandages and baking them until golden brown. This guide will show you how to master the classic recipe and then explore 7 spooktacular variations, from cheesy-stuffed to bacon-wrapped. You will learn the pro tips and simple techniques needed to make your Halloween party food the talk of the neighborhood.

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Looking for the Perfect Spooky Snack for Your Halloween Party?

You’ve landed in the right place. These little mummy smokies are the ultimate solution for a festive, delicious, and incredibly simple Halloween treat. They are guaranteed to be the star of any spooky night snack table. Before we dive into the creative variations, let’s explore exactly why this recipe is a seasonal must-have.

Why Mummy Little Smokies Are a Halloween Must-Have

This appetizer is a Halloween favorite because it’s visually fun, incredibly easy for all skill levels, and uses simple, accessible ingredients that both kids and adults love. The combination of savory sausage and flaky, buttery dough is a classic for a reason. The mummy theme elevates it from a simple appetizer to a memorable part of the Halloween experience.

Here’s why they are the perfect choice:
* Incredibly Easy: With just a few ingredients and less than 30 minutes, you can have a full platter of these spooky treats ready to go.
* Visually Fun & Festive: They look just like little mummies, making them a perfect fit for any Halloween theme and an instant hit with kids.
* Endlessly Customizable: As you’ll see below, you can easily add cheese, bacon, spices, or use different types of dough to create your own unique version.
* Perfect for Parties: You can assemble them ahead of time and bake them right before guests arrive, saving you precious party-day stress.

7 Spooktacular & Easy Mummy Little Smokies Recipes for Halloween

Ready to create some spooky magic in your kitchen? We’re moving beyond the basics to give you 7 unique but equally simple takes on the classic mummy dog. Each recipe has been tested and includes clear instructions with pro-tips to guarantee a perfect, delicious batch every time. Whether you like cheesy, spicy, or sweet and salty, there’s a mummy here for you.

1. The Classic Crescent Roll Mummy Dog

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The Classic Crescent Roll Mummy Dog is the original and most popular version of this festive treat, using just three simple ingredients: Little Smokies, refrigerated crescent roll dough, and a touch of mustard for the eyes. This is the foundational recipe that everyone loves and the perfect starting point for your Halloween culinary adventures.

Ingredients:
- 1 package (14-16 oz) Little Smokies sausages
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Optional: Edible candy eyeballs or yellow mustard for eyes
- Ketchup or other dipping sauces for serving
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Pat the Little Smokies dry with a paper towel. This helps the dough stick.
3. Unroll the crescent dough and press the perforations to seal them, forming a solid rectangle.
4. Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the dough lengthwise into very thin strips (about 1/8 to 1/4 inch wide).
5. Take one strip of dough and wrap it around a Little Smokie, leaving a small gap near one end for the “face.” Crisscross the dough to look like mummy bandages.
6. Place the wrapped smokies on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and puffed.
8. Let cool for a few minutes before adding two small dots of mustard for eyes, or press candy eyeballs into the warm dough.

In my experience, the number one pro-tip is this: Don’t wrap the dough too tightly! Giving it a little slack allows the crescent roll to puff up perfectly in the oven, creating a flakier, more authentic-looking “bandage.”

2. Cheesy-Stuffed Mummy Smokies

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This delicious variation adds a gooey, melted cheese center to the classic mummy dog, creating an irresistible surprise inside the flaky crescent dough. It’s a simple way to elevate the flavor and make this spooky snack even more of a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:
- 1 package Little Smokies sausages
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese, or 4 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- Mustard or candy eyeballs
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. If using cheese slices, cut them into small strips about the length of a smokie. If using string cheese, cut it into small pieces.
3. Carefully create a small slit lengthwise in each Little Smokie, being careful not to cut all the way through.
4. Tuck a small piece of cheese into the slit of each sausage.
5. Prepare the crescent dough by unrolling it and cutting it into thin strips.
6. Wrap the cheese-stuffed smokies with the dough strips, making sure to cover the cheese slit well.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
8. Add eyes and serve warm, perhaps with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.

Here’s a lesson I learned the hard way: Use low-moisture cheese like string cheese or block cheddar cut small. High-moisture cheeses can make the dough soggy as they bake, so stick to the firmer varieties for the best results.

3. Spicy BBQ Mummy Halloweiners

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For those who like a bit of a kick, these Spicy BBQ Mummy Halloweiners coat the little smokies in a zesty barbecue sauce before wrapping them in dough. The sauce caramelizes in the oven, creating a sweet, spicy, and smoky flavor that perfectly complements the savory sausage.

Ingredients:
- 1 package Little Smokies sausages
- 1/2 cup of your favorite spicy barbecue sauce
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Optional: 1 egg whisked with 1 tbsp water for an egg wash
- Mustard for eyes
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, toss the Little Smokies with the spicy BBQ sauce until they are evenly coated.
3. Prepare the crescent dough by cutting it into thin strips.
4. Using a fork or toothpick to hold a saucy smokie, wrap it with a dough strip. It will be a bit messy, but that adds to the spooky look!
5. Place the wrapped mummies on the baking sheet.
6. For an extra golden finish, brush the dough lightly with the egg wash.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the dough is a deep golden brown. The BBQ sauce will caramelize slightly.
8. Add mustard eyes and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

A pro-tip for this version: Tossing the smokies in sauce before wrapping infuses them with flavor. If you find them too slippery to wrap, pat them very lightly with a paper towel after saucing to make wrapping a little easier.

4. Sweet & Salty Bacon-Wrapped Mummies

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This indulgent recipe combines three powerhouse ingredients—bacon, brown sugar, and little smokies—for an unforgettable sweet and salty appetizer. Each sausage is wrapped in bacon, coated in brown sugar, and then finished with crescent roll “bandages” for the ultimate Halloween treat.

Ingredients:
- 1 package Little Smokies sausages
- 8-10 slices of thin-cut bacon, cut into thirds
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a wire rack on a foil-lined baking sheet.
2. Wrap each Little Smokie with a piece of bacon (one-third of a slice). Secure with a toothpick if needed, but the dough will help hold it.
3. Roll the bacon-wrapped smokies in the brown sugar to coat.
4. Prepare the crescent dough by cutting it into thin strips.
5. Wrap one dough strip around each bacon-wrapped smokie, leaving some bacon visible between the “bandages.”
6. Place on the wire rack. The rack allows air to circulate and makes the bacon crispy.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the dough is golden brown.
8. No eyes are needed for these—the deliciousness speaks for itself! Serve immediately.

My most important tip for this recipe is to use thin-cut bacon! Thick-cut bacon will not cook through and get crispy in the time it takes for the crescent dough to bake. The wire rack is also non-negotiable for achieving perfectly crispy results all around.

5. Chewy Pizza Dough Mummies

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For a different texture, swapping crescent rolls for refrigerated pizza dough creates a chewier, more bread-like mummy. This version is heartier and stands up well to dipping in marinara sauce, giving it a fun “pizza bite” feel.

Ingredients:
- 1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 package Little Smokies sausages
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning or garlic powder
- Candy eyeballs or black sesame seeds
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unroll the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Roll or stretch it slightly thinner.
3. Use a pizza cutter to slice the dough into very thin, long strips.
4. Wrap the dough strips around each Little Smokie to create the mummy effect.
5. Place the wrapped smokies on the baking sheet.
6. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and Italian seasoning. Lightly brush this mixture over the dough.
7. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the pizza dough is cooked through and golden.
8. Press candy eyeballs or black sesame seeds onto the mummies for eyes while they are still warm.

Here’s a pro-tip from experience: Pizza dough is much stretchier than crescent dough. Don’t be afraid to stretch the strips thin as you wrap; this will prevent them from puffing up too much and losing the defined “mummy bandage” look.

6. Herby Garlic Bread Mummy Dogs

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This savory version uses refrigerated breadstick dough brushed with garlic butter to create mummy dogs that taste just like mini garlic bread bites. It’s a fantastic option for those who prefer savory flavors over sweet or saucy ones and is perfect for a more adult-focused Halloween gathering.

Ingredients:
- 1 can (11 oz) refrigerated breadstick dough
- 1 package Little Smokies sausages
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- Optional: 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Black olive bits for eyes
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unroll the breadstick dough and separate the strips. Slice each breadstick strip in half lengthwise to make them thinner.
3. Wrap one thin strip of dough around each Little Smokie.
4. Place the wrapped smokies on the prepared baking sheet.
5. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and parsley.
6. Brush the garlic butter mixture over the dough of each mummy. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the breadsticks are golden brown.
8. Use tiny pieces of black olive for spooky, savory eyes.

Lesson Learned: Brushing the garlic butter on before baking is the key. This allows the delicious garlic and herb flavors to bake right into the dough, creating a much more flavorful bite than adding it after cooking.

7. “Dead Man’s Fingers” Mummy Smokies

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This brilliantly creepy take on the mummy dog uses a slivered almond to create a “fingernail,” transforming the appetizer into spooky “Dead Man’s Fingers.” It’s a simple trick with a huge visual impact that will have your guests doing a double-take before they gobble them up.

Ingredients:
- 1 package Little Smokies sausages
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Slivered almonds
- Ketchup for dipping and effect
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the crescent dough by cutting it into thin strips.
3. Before wrapping, gently press a single slivered almond into one end of each Little Smokie to create a “fingernail.”
4. Wrap a strip of dough around each smokie, leaving the almond “fingernail” exposed. Don’t wrap the entire sausage; leave the other end bare.
5. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until the dough is golden.
6. Let them cool slightly.
7. To serve, arrange them on a platter with the “fingernails” all pointing one way.
8. Dip the bare end of each “finger” in ketchup to create a bloody, severed look. Serve with a bowl of “blood” (ketchup) for dipping.

A pro-tip for getting this right: For the best visual effect, make a tiny slit with a paring knife where you want to insert the almond. This gives it a secure spot and helps it stay in place during baking.

Key Takeaways: Your Quick Guide to Perfect Halloween Mummy Smokies

To make sure your spooky snacks are a success every time, keep these simple but crucial tips in mind. They are the secrets to perfect mummy dogs.

Pat Smokies Dry: Always pat your Little Smokies dry with a paper towel before wrapping. This is the secret to making the dough stick perfectly and not slide off.
Thin Strips are Key: Use a pizza cutter for very thin, consistent strips of dough. This creates the most authentic “mummy bandage” look.
Don’t Over-Wrap: Leave small gaps for the smokie to peek through. This adds to the mummy effect and helps the dough cook evenly all around.
Add Eyes Last: For mustard eyes, add them after baking so they don’t smear in the oven. For candy eyeballs, add them when the mummies are fresh out of the oven so the heat helps them stick.
Get Creative: Don’t be afraid to experiment! Try different doughs like pizza or breadstick dough, or add fun flavors like cheese, bacon, and BBQ sauce to make them your own.

Final Thoughts

With these seven easy and creative recipes, you’re now fully equipped to make the most popular appetizer at any Halloween gathering. From the classic crescent roll mummy to the creepy “Dead Man’s Fingers,” there’s a fun and delicious option for every taste. These recipes prove that you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to create a memorable, spooky, and crowd-pleasing snack.

Which of these spooky mummy variations are you most excited to try for your Halloween party in October 2025? Let me know in the comments below

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