Description
Meatball Mummies are the perfect spooky snack for your Halloween gatherings. These delightful treats feature juicy meatballs wrapped in flaky crescent dough, giving them a charming mummy-like appearance. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they’re also sure to impress your guests with their savory flavor and fun presentation. Serve them with marinara sauce for dipping, and watch as they disappear faster than you can say ‘Boo!’ Get ready for laughter and deliciousness in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Roll out crescent dough and cut into thin strips. Wrap each meatball mummy-style.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Meatball Mummies (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken. Add spices like paprika or garlic for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.