Spooky & Scrumptious: Halloween Mummy Meatballs

Every October, my kitchen becomes a haunted workshop, transforming simple ingredients into creepy delights. This year, I was inspired to give a festive twist to the classic meatball by making them appear as tiny mummies, wrapped in strips of cheese and puff pastry. The aroma of sizzling meat mingling with warm spices sends shivers of joy through my home.

What makes these Mummy Meatballs stand out is their perfect blend of chaos and charm — a little messy, a little spooky, but utterly delicious. They’re a hit at parties, stealing the show with their cute, creepy faces and satisfying bite. Plus, they’re surprisingly easy, even for last-minute Halloween prep.

Mummy Meatballs

Mummy Meatballs are bite-sized portions of seasoned ground meat baked until golden, then wrapped in strips of cheese and puff pastry to resemble tiny mummies. The final dish has a crispy exterior with gooey cheese accents, and their whimsical mummy appearance makes them a fun Halloween appetizer. The process involves shaping, baking, and decorative wrapping to create a spooky yet tasty treat.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Halloween

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1.5 pounds ground beef or ground turkey/chicken
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg beaten
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 sheet puff pastry thawed, cut into strips
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese cut into small sticks
• 1 egg beaten egg for brushing

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Mixing bowl

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until just combined; this helps the meatballs stay tender and flavorful.
3. Divide the mixture into equal portions and roll each into a small, smooth ball, about the size of a walnut. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and have a nicely browned exterior. The kitchen will fill with a savory aroma as they bake.
5. While the meatballs are baking, cut the thawed puff pastry sheet into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide. These will mimic the mummy wrappings.
6. Once the meatballs are cooked and cooled slightly, carefully wrap each one with strips of puff pastry, overlapping slightly to resemble mummy wrappings. Leave a small gap on the top for the cheese to peek through.
7. Place the wrapped meatballs back on the baking sheet. Top each with a small stick of cheddar cheese to resemble a mummy’s face and add character.
8. Brush the puff pastry and cheese with the beaten egg to give a shiny, golden finish as they bake. This also helps the wrappers stay crispy and appetizing.
9. Bake the assembled mummy meatballs for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted and gooey.
10. Remove from oven and let them sit for a few minutes. Serve warm, with their adorable, spooky faces peeking out from the wrapping. Enjoy these fun, savory treats!

Notes

For extra spookiness, add small edible eyes to the cheese faces using bits of black olive or peppercorns.

These Mummy Meatballs add a burst of fun and flavor to any Halloween gathering. Their playful appearance makes them a conversation starter, while each bite offers a comforting taste of savory meat and cheesy goodness.

As the season’s chill settles in, this dish reminds us to keep our creativity alive in the kitchen. It’s a joyful chaos that turns ordinary ingredients into a memorable holiday tradition, capturing the spirit of spooky fun with every bite.