Easy Halloween Mummy Mozzarella Sticks Recipe Everyone Loves
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 mozzarella string cheese sticks (about 8 ounces).
- 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 ounces).
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted.
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning.
- 16 candy eyeballs.
- 1 cup marinara sauce.
Optional Ingredients
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley for extra flavor.
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling.
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder for additional savory flavor.
- Cooking spray for greasing the baking sheet.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Mozzarella sticks: Use low-moisture mozzarella cheese sticks for better results. Cheddar cheese sticks can also be used for a different flavor.
- Crescent roll dough: Refrigerated pizza dough or puff pastry can work as alternatives. Cut the dough into thin strips before wrapping.
- Unsalted butter: Olive oil or melted salted butter can be used instead.
- Italian seasoning: Substitute with a mixture of dried oregano and basil.
- Candy eyeballs: If you cannot find candy eyeballs, use small dots of cream cheese with tiny pieces of black olives.
Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet.
- Parchment paper.
- Pizza cutter or sharp knife.
- Small mixing bowl.
- Pastry brush.
- Measuring spoons.
- Kitchen tongs.
- Cooling rack.
- Small serving bowl.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the crescent dough from sticking.
Make sure the oven is fully preheated before putting the mozzarella sticks inside. This helps the dough bake evenly and develop a beautiful golden-brown color.
Step 2: Prepare the Mozzarella Cheese
Remove the mozzarella string cheese sticks from their packaging.
If the sticks are longer than you prefer, you can cut them in half to make smaller mummy appetizers. For this recipe, keep 8 full-size sticks.
Pat the cheese dry with a paper towel if there is any moisture on the surface.
Place the mozzarella sticks back in the refrigerator while preparing the dough. Keeping the cheese cold helps prevent it from melting too quickly.
Step 3: Prepare the Crescent Roll Dough
Open the refrigerated crescent roll dough and unroll it onto a clean cutting board.
Separate the dough along the perforated lines if needed, then gently press the seams together to create a more even sheet.
Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into thin strips approximately ¼ inch wide.
You will need several strips for each mozzarella stick.
Make the strips slightly different in length and width. This creates a more realistic mummy bandage appearance.
Step 4: Wrap the Mozzarella Sticks
Take one cold mozzarella stick and begin wrapping it with the crescent dough strips.
Wrap the strips around the cheese at slightly different angles, leaving a small opening near the top for the mummy’s eyes.
Overlap some of the dough strips slightly to make the mummy look like it is wrapped in bandages.
Avoid wrapping the dough too tightly because it needs room to expand while baking.
Repeat the process with all 8 mozzarella sticks.
Step 5: Prepare the Seasoned Butter
In a small mixing bowl, combine.
2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter.
½ teaspoon garlic powder.
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning.
Stir until everything is evenly combined.
Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the seasoned butter over the crescent dough.
This adds extra flavor and helps the dough develop a golden, slightly crispy finish.
If you prefer a simpler flavor, you can skip the seasoning and use plain melted butter.
Step 6: Bake the Mummy Mozzarella Sticks
Arrange the wrapped mozzarella sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven at 375°F.
Bake for approximately 10–12 minutes, or until the crescent dough is puffed and golden brown.
Keep an eye on them during the final few minutes.
The dough should look golden, lightly crisp, and fully cooked. If you notice cheese starting to leak out, remove the baking sheet from the oven.
Do not overbake, as mozzarella can melt and escape from the dough.
Step 7: Add the Candy Eyes
Remove the baked mummy mozzarella sticks from the oven and allow them to cool for about 3–5 minutes.
Place two candy eyeballs in the small opening near the top of each mummy.
If the candy eyes do not stick easily, use a tiny amount of cream cheese or thick marinara sauce as edible adhesive.
Make sure the cheese sticks are not extremely hot before adding the candy eyes.
Step 8: Serve with Marinara Sauce
Warm 1 cup of marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl.
Transfer the finished Halloween mummy mozzarella sticks to a serving platter.
Place the warm marinara sauce in a small dipping bowl in the center or alongside the platter.
Serve immediately while the crescent dough is crispy and the mozzarella is soft and cheesy.
Nutrition Facts
Cost To Make This Recipe
Item – Estimated Cost (USD).
Mozzarella string cheese (8 sticks) – $3.00.
Crescent roll dough (1 package) – $3.00.
Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons) – $0.30.
Garlic powder (½ teaspoon) – $0.05.
Italian seasoning (½ teaspoon) – $0.05.
Candy eyeballs (16 pieces) – $0.50.
Marinara sauce (1 cup) – $1.25.
Estimated Total Recipe Cost
Approximately $8.15 USD.
Estimated Cost Per Serving
Approximately $1.02 USD per serving.
