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Mummy Meatloaf

Published: Oct 29, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · 17 Comments

This is the perfect recipe for a super spooky meal for Halloween dinner! This mummy face meatloaf is scary and fun! This will be your favorite meatloaf recipe!!
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Mummy Meatloaf and Mummy Hotdogs - fun food for the kids on Halloween! Wrapped in bacon and slathered with sauce this is a meatloaf you can serve for any Sunday dinner. Ah... minus the decoration of course!

Our family meatloaf recipe is delicious and easy. Serve with shrunken head Halloween potatoes, these are so fun! Be sure to make Hot Dog Fingers too!

Mummy Meatloaf and Mummy Hotdogs on platter.
Who says you can't have fun with your food? Mummy Meatloaf and Mummy Hotdogs are on the menu for Halloween this year!
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  • Why you'll love this recipe
  • 👻 Ingredients for Halloween Meatloaf
  • 💀 Instructions for Halloween Mummy Meatloaf Recipe
  • Video
  • Mummy Hotdogs
  • Equipment
  • FAQ's
  • Tips
  • Variation
  • Related recipes
  • Serve with
  • Halloween Meatloaf
  • Recipe backstory

Why you'll love this recipe

Beyond the fact that it's super cute and fun? Hands down the BEST meatloaf ever! This is my Mom's recipe and it's my very favorite meatloaf recipe. Kids big and small will love this spooky recipe!

Throwing in some silliness and fun..... well that just runs in the family!

Serve this with Shrunken Head Halloween Potatoes and boo! You have a meal!!

👻 Ingredients for Halloween Meatloaf

For the exact measurements for the Halloween Meatloaf, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • ground beef - you can certainly substitute ground turkey or ground chicken.
  • eggs
  • bread crumbs or crushed crackers; saltines, Ritz Crackers, panko bread crumbs or stuffing mix (like stovetop stuffing mix - so good!)
  • parmesan cheese
  • tomato juice
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • minced onion
  • salt and black pepper
  • ketchup, mustard and brown sugar for the sauce. Yes you can just use BBQ sauce, but this mixture is SO yummy!
  • bacon
  • decorations - garlic, black olives, tomatoes and onion rings

💀 Instructions for Halloween Mummy Meatloaf Recipe

This is an overview of the instructions for the zombie meatloaf! For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom and print out the recipe card.

  1. Pre heat oven.
  2. In a large bowl add all of the meatloaf ingredients; ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and minced onions. Mix to combine, but do not over-mix.
  3. Place parchment paper or aluminum foil on a wire rack above the baking sheet. Poke holes in the parchment paper to allow the fat to drain. 
  4. Shape the meat mixture into an oval or skull shape. Add slices of bacon to "wrap" the mummy as pictured. Use onion rings, olives, sliced garlic and cherry tomatoes to make eyes and mouth. 
  5. In a small bowl mix together sauce ingredients; brown sugar, ketchup and mustard and slather ketchup mix over the mummy face, have fun with it!
  6. Bake the meatloaf skull for approximately until it's golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
  7. Allow to rest for 15 minutes prior to serving. 

The short video below walks you completely through the process to mix the meatloaf, how to make a mummy shape, decorate and bake.!

Video

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Mummy Hotdogs

Mummy hot dogs on platter.
Mummy Hotdogs, the kids are going to love these!

Mummy Hot Dogs are super easy. Puff pastry or crescent dough and hotdogs - that's it!

  1. If you're using puff pastry, thaw pastry first.
  2. Slit the hotdogs down the middle about halfway down to make "legs".
  3. Next make arms by starting about an inch from the top, slicing downward and angling out.
  4. Slice pastry into thin strips - no need to be accurate!
  5. Wrap the strips around the "limbs", body and head.
  6. Bake until golden brown.

For the complete instructions click here for the Mummy Hot Dogs - these are so fun!

Equipment

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You don't need much for this, just a rimmed cookie sheet so grease doesn't spill over the edge and make a mess or burn someone. These are perfect!

FAQ's

Can you use puff pastry instead of bacon?

Yes, you can - just be sure to use an instant read thermometer to be sure the internal temperature of the meatloaf reaches 165 degrees.

My meatloaf fell apart when I served it.

That's because you didn't allow it to rest. Resting and a slight amount of cooling will ensure the meatloaf sticks together when you slice it.

What ingredient keeps meatloaf from falling apart?

Binders keep the meatloaf from falling apart. The binders in meatloaf are the eggs and breadcrumbs.

Can I make a happy face?

Absolutely! Decorate your handsome Halloween Meatloaf to suit your family! It doesn't have to be scary, it should only be fun!

Do you need to cover the meatloaf?

Cover the meatloaf if he is (mine is always a he 🤣) is getting too dark. Just cover loosely with foil.

Baked Mummy Meatloaf with Mummy Hotdogs on platter.
Meatloaf Mummy

Tips

Here are some great tips so you can make this easy meatloaf recipe!

  • Use parchment paper. Not only does it make cleanup a breeze, but it makes the meatloaf easier to transfer onto a serving dish!
  • Don't skip on the wet ingredients - not only will they give your meatloaf flavor, they will keep it juicy!
  • Be generous with the ketchup mixture. In fact I usually serve more alongside. Everyone fights over it!
  • Be sure to let the meatloaf rest, lightly covered with aluminum foil. It will hold together better when slicing.

Variation

Don't want one big meatloaf? Make mini monster meatloaves or Halloween mummy meatloaves instead. Make small oval skull shapes and decorate accordingly.

The small loaves would not take as long to bake. Test with an instead read meat thermometer. When the center of the meatloaf tests 160 degrees, it is done.

Individual servings would be super fun and everyone can have their own!

Related recipes

Oh my goodness there is a TON of great Halloween recipes on the blog so I hope you check these out!

  • Start your party with Crockpot Hot Chocolate - it's so rich and delicious! Perfect for kids after tricking or treating to warm them up!
  • You need a snack to start off the meal, right? Make these little Mummy Jalapeños Poppers and some mummy meatballs - yummy and fun!
  • Love this Mummy Meatloaf? Then be sure to check out my recipe for Mummy Pot Pies for more delicious family fun!
  • Or be sure and try Halloween Hot Dog Fingers! Gruesome and tasty!
  • For dessert serve these super fun Halloween Rice Krispie Treats or these AMAZING Gourmet Caramel Apples - what a treat!

For all of the BEST Halloween Recipes in one spot - Halloween Party Food Recipes for Kids - with over 40 recipes for super fun, tasty party food. You have to check this one out!

Looking for potions for the adults? You can find the best Halloween Cocktails here! 25+ potions that are so good they're scary!

Serve with

Are you looking for the best side dishes (beyond what I've mentioned above!) to serve with this handsome guy?

  • Potatoes - mashed potatoes, smashed potatoes (I love these buttery bites!) or this cheesy potato casserole would be perfect!
  • OR these yummy candied sweet potatoes would be perfect as swell and really drive home fall flavor!
  • Steamed green beans, Roasted Brussels sprouts or roasted carrots - YUM!
  • Dinner rolls or cornbread - of course!

A Heath Bar Cake would be perfect for dessert! Hello.... it's made with a Devil's Food Cake Mix so that's perfect for Halloween, right?

Or how about Cracker Barrel Fried Apples - these are amazing and such an easy recipe, enjoy!

Mummy meatloaf on platter with mummy hotdogs.
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Halloween Meatloaf

This is the perfect recipe for a super spooky meal for Halloween dinner! This mummy face meatloaf is scary and fun! This will be your favorite meatloaf recipe!!
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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time1 hr 15 mins
Total Time1 hr 45 mins
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 699kcal
Author: Deb Clark
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of ground beef
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup bread crumbs or crushed crackers (saltines, Ritz, etc.
  • 1 ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup tomato juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 onion peeled and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup mustard
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 6-8 slices bacon
  • decorations - garlic, black olives, tomatoes and onion rings

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  • In a large mixing bowl add all of the meatloaf ingredients; ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and minced onions. Mix to combine, but do not over-mix.
  • Place parchment paper or aluminum foil on a rack above a baking sheet or shallow baking dish. Poke holes in the parchment paper to allow the fat to drain. 
  • Shape the meatloaf mixture into an oval or skull shape. Add slices of bacon to "wrap" the mummy as pictured. Use onion rings, olives, sliced garlic and cherry tomatoes to make eyes and mouth. 
  • Mix together sauce ingredients; brown sugar, ketchup and mustard and slather over the mummy, have fun with it!
  • Bake for approximately 1 hr. 15 minutes until it's golden brown and your meat thermometer reaches 155 degrees.
  • Allow to rest for 15 minutes prior to serving.

Notes

If you'd prefer substitute bbq sauce for the topping, but I really recommend the brown sugar mixture - it's delicious!

Nutrition

Calories: 699kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 220mg | Sodium: 1318mg | Potassium: 652mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 4.6mg | Calcium: 376mg | Iron: 4.8mg
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Recipe backstory

Ok - let me tell you how this came to be....I've always said Corliss's have the most fun and no matter what it is, we can always find a fun way to have a good time!

My Uncle's Birthday was right around Halloween. We lost him to cancer a few years ago. It's become a tradition for the family to get together and celebrate his life with laughter and fun!

Aunt Shirley with all the good eats!

Aunt Shirley's is in charge of this shindig and she always puts on quite the feast.

Like jello brains... eek!

Jello brains on platter.
Jello brains - sugar free jello and a "brain" mold - how fun is this?!!

Fun things like cutie tangerine pumpkins!

Tangerine Pumpkins on platter.
Tangerine Pumpkins - just peel the tangerines and insert a little piece of celery in the crown.

And Ghost Bananas - oooh....scary!

Banana Ghosts on platter.
Banana Ghosts - peeled bananas with chocolate chips - large for the mouth & small for the eyes, just push the point in so it stays in place.

But the star of the show......is the meatloaf!

Shirley and the Mummy Meatloaf!
Shirley and the Mummy Meatloaf!

Eeek! Is that gruesome or what? Gruesomely delicious that is!

Baked Meatloaf in aluminum tin.
The Mummy

She made her favorite meatloaf, wrapped it strategically with some slices of bacon, made eyes and teeth with cloves of garlic and baked it in the oven. It was finished off with a little strategically placed ketchup!

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Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties. In the summer I help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! Let's stay connected, you can email me at [email protected] and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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Comments

  1. Jubilee Briscoe

    October 29, 2020 at 6:44 am

    Making this tomorrow. The recipe (instructions) call for mustard and brown sugar but these are not listed. Do I just wing the amounts or is this a misprint?

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 29, 2020 at 6:53 am

      My goodness, how have I never caught that! Thank you Jubilee for bring it to my attention. I use equal parts of each and just updated the recipe.

      Reply
  2. Jennifer Stewart

    October 16, 2018 at 8:02 am

    5 stars
    This is the ultimate spread for Halloween with something for everyone!

    Reply
  3. Madi

    October 15, 2018 at 8:04 am

    5 stars
    This is such an awesome idea for dinner on Halloween! I can't wait to try this!

    Reply
  4. michele

    October 14, 2018 at 9:53 pm

    5 stars
    Meatloaf is a family favorite and how cute is this going to be for our annual neighborhood party! SO so much fun!

    Reply
  5. Sandra Shaffer

    October 14, 2018 at 9:50 pm

    5 stars
    You are so lucky to have Aunt Shirley to share such fun recipes in memory of your uncle! I may have to make that meatloaf mummy for my kids...who cares that they are in their 20's, right haha! They'll love this dish.

    Reply
  6. Amy Nash

    October 14, 2018 at 9:28 pm

    5 stars
    Such a fun, creepy idea. This is such a great idea for a Halloween dinner because my kids will eat it well and it will give them something good before the sugar rush!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 16, 2018 at 8:21 am

      Exactly, right Amy? Happy Halloween to you & yours!

      Reply
  7. Julie

    October 14, 2018 at 3:28 pm

    5 stars
    What a wonderful way to celebrate your uncle's life! That meatloaf would be yummy anytime!

    Reply
  8. debi at Life Currents

    October 13, 2018 at 6:11 am

    5 stars
    This whole meal is adorable. I love those Tangerine Pumpkins & the mummy hot dogs. All of it is super creative & super kid friendly.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 14, 2018 at 7:28 am

      So fun Debi, my Aunt does this every year! It's an event the whole family looks forward to!

      Reply
  9. Healing Tomato

    October 12, 2018 at 8:41 pm

    5 stars
    I am so so sorry to hear about your uncle. It sounds like he was a wonderful person. This mummy recipe is so creative and just perfect for Halloween. Have a happy Halloween.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 14, 2018 at 7:30 am

      Happy Halloween to you too! And thank you for the wishes, Uncle Chuck was great - it's good to remember the good times!

      Reply
  10. April J Harris

    November 01, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    5 stars
    I'm so sorry that you lost your Uncle, but how lovely to celebrate his life like that. All the recipes look like fun especially the Mummy Meatloaf! Thank you for sharing this post with us at Hearth and Soul.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      November 02, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      You are very welcome April - I always enjoy your Link Party!!!

      Reply
  11. Nancy Hunter

    October 28, 2015 at 10:13 am

    Ha, Ha -- too much fun. You Corliss's DO have fun. My fave are the tangerine pumpkins though.
    Happy Halloween!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2015 at 12:59 pm

      I love those little guys too, one of my favorite fruit Nancy!!

      Reply

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