Description
This Mummy Meatloaf is a spooky twist on a classic comfort food—perfect for Halloween family dinners or themed parties. Juicy ground beef is baked into a flavorful meatloaf, wrapped in crescent roll “bandages,” and topped with creepy-cute eyes for a festive and filling main dish. It’s easy to prepare, kid-friendly, and guaranteed to be the star of your Halloween table.
Ingredients
Scale
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- For the Meatloaf:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup (plus extra for topping)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Mummy Wrapping:
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
- 2 slices mozzarella or provolone cheese
- 2 sliced olives or candy eyes for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Mix meatloaf: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape & bake: Form into a loaf on the baking sheet. Bake 25–30 minutes until nearly cooked.
- Wrap mummy: Slice crescent dough into strips and wrap around the loaf like bandages, leaving space for eyes.
- Bake again: Return to oven for 10–15 minutes until dough is golden brown.
- Add eyes: Place small circles of cheese and olives (or candy eyes) on top.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy warm with spooky sides.
Notes
- Do not overmix meat to keep it tender.
- Keep crescent dough cold for easier wrapping.
- Decorate with candy eyes, olives, or capers for a spooky effect.
- Use ketchup “blood” or green pesto “slime” as fun sauces for kids.
- Let the loaf rest slightly before wrapping to avoid soggy dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Halloween Dinner
- Method: Baking, Oven
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Mummy Meatloaf, Halloween Dinner Ideas, Ground Beef Halloween Recipes, Spooky Main Dish, Halloween Meat Recipes, Halloween Party Food