Description
Golden, gooey mozzarella cheese wrapped in flaky crescent dough and decorated with playful ‘mummy’ stripes, these easy Halloween party snacks are kid-approved and disappear fast! Perfect for festive gatherings, school parties, or movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mozzarella string cheese sticks (about 12 oz)
- 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 1 large egg, beaten (or milk/cream for egg-free)
- 24 black olive slices (for eyes)
- Cooking spray or oil (for greasing baking sheet)
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.
- Unroll crescent dough on a cutting board. Slice into long, thin strips about 1/4 inch wide using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
- Wrap each mozzarella stick with 2-3 dough strips, crisscrossing to mimic mummy bandages. Leave a small gap near one end for the ‘face.’
- Place wrapped sticks about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each mummy stick lightly with beaten egg (or milk/cream). Sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until pastry is golden brown and cheese just begins to melt.
- Let sticks cool for 2-3 minutes, then press two black olive slices into the exposed gap for ‘eyes.’
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, use alternative dough and cheese brands. Chill dough before slicing for easier handling. Don’t overbake to avoid cheese leakage. Kids love helping with the wrapping—expect creative results! Can be made ahead and baked just before serving. Air fryer option: bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mummy mozzarella stick
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Protein: 6
Keywords: Halloween, mozzarella sticks, party snack, kid-friendly, crescent dough, cheese, easy appetizer, spooky, mummy recipe