Mummy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

Introduction

Mummy Mozzarella Sticks are a fun and spooky snack perfect for Halloween or any party. Crispy crescent roll dough wraps gooey mozzarella sticks with playful “bandages” and candy eyes for a festive touch. They’re easy to prepare and sure to delight both kids and adults!

Ingredients

• 8 Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks
• 2 (8 ounce) tubes of refrigerated crescent rolls
• 1 egg white
• 16 candy eyes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the mozzarella cheese sticks in the freezer and freeze for 2–4 hours to firm them up for easier wrapping.
2. Step 2: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Step 3: Unroll one tube of crescent roll dough. Press the seams of two triangles together, then slice the combined piece evenly in half.
4. Step 4: Wrap one dough half around a frozen cheese stick, ensuring the cheese is completely covered. Press the edges firmly to seal the dough around the cheese stick.
5. Step 5: Repeat the wrapping process for all 8 cheese sticks.
6. Step 6: Unroll the second tube of crescent dough and press the seams together. Roll it out to about half an inch thickness and cut thin strips using a pizza cutter or knife.
7. Step 7: Wrap the dough strips around each wrapped cheese stick, twisting and breaking them for a mummy-like bandage effect. Cover all sticks this way.
8. Step 8: Place the wrapped “mummies” on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
9. Step 9: Chill the dough-wrapped cheese sticks in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the dough hold its shape during baking.
10. Step 10: Brush each mummy with beaten egg white to promote browning.
11. Step 11: Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the dough turns golden brown and crispy.
12. Step 12: Remove from oven and immediately press two candy eyes onto the top of each mummy. The residual heat will help them stick.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, sprinkle Italian seasoning or garlic powder on the dough before baking.
• Try using different types of cheese sticks, like pepper jack, for a spicy twist.
• Serve with marinara or ranch dressing for dipping to add more flavor.
• If you don’t have candy eyes, small dots of black olive or edible marker can create a similar effect.

Storage

Store leftover mummy mozzarella sticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in an oven or toaster oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes to restore crispiness. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it can make the dough soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular mozzarella cheese instead of string cheese?

String cheese works best because it’s pre-portioned and easy to wrap. Using regular mozzarella may not hold its shape as well and could melt too quickly during baking.

What if the dough tears while wrapping?

If the dough tears, gently pinch the edges together to seal. Chilling the dough-wrapped sticks before baking also helps keep them intact.

Mummy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe

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Spooky and fun Mummy Mozzarella Sticks are a perfect Halloween appetizer, featuring gooey mozzarella cheese wrapped in crescent roll dough and decorated to look like creepy mummies with candy eyes. These cheesy treats are crispy on the outside, melty on the inside, and sure to delight kids and adults alike.

• Author: Amaya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes plus 2-4 hours freezing and 30 minutes chilling
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours
• Yield: 8 mummy mozzarella sticks 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cheese and Dough

• 8 Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks
• 2 tubes (8 ounces each) of refrigerated crescent rolls

Decorations and Glaze

• 1 egg white
• 16 candy eyes

Instructions

1. Freeze the Cheese: Place the mozzarella string cheese sticks in the freezer for 2 to 4 hours until fully frozen. This helps them keep their shape and prevents excessive melting during baking.
2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the mummies.
3. Prepare the Dough Base: Unroll one tube of crescent roll dough and press the seams of two triangles together. Then slice this combined dough piece evenly in half to create a base to wrap around the cheese stick.
4. Wrap the Cheese: Take one frozen mozzarella stick and wrap one half of the prepared dough around it completely, making sure the cheese stick is fully covered. Press the dough edges firmly to seal it well. Repeat for all 8 cheese sticks.
5. Make the Bandages: Unroll the second tube of crescent dough, press all seams together, and roll it out to about ½ inch thickness. Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut thin strips that will act as the mummy’s bandages.
6. Wrap Bandages: Wrap and twist these dough strips around each cheese-wrapped stick in a random, spooky mummy pattern until fully bandaged.
7. Prepare for Baking: Place the mummy mozzarella sticks on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
8. Chill Dough: Chill the wrapped mummies in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step helps the dough keep its shape and prevents spreading while baking.
9. Apply Egg Wash: Brush each mummy cheese stick lightly with beaten egg white to give them a golden shine during baking.
10. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melty inside.
11. Add the Eyes: Immediately after removing the mummies from the oven, press two candy eyes into the top of each stick while they are still hot to help the eyes stick.

Notes

• Freezing the cheese sticks is essential to prevent cheese from leaking out during baking.
• Brushing the dough with egg white ensures a beautiful golden finish and helps the candy eyes adhere.
• Use parchment paper or foil to easily clean the baking tray and prevent sticking.
• Chilling the wrapped dough before baking helps maintain the mummy shape and improves texture.

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