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This Mummy Meatloaf is such a fun way to turn an easy family dinner into something special for Halloween! A flavorful homemade meatloaf gets wrapped in strips of crescent dough and finished with black olive eyes to create a spooky little mummy that looks almost too cute to eat.

Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. I remember being a kid running from house to house, my cheeks red from the crisp fall air and my plastic pumpkin banging against my leg as it slowly filled with candy. Now I get to watch my own kids get just as excited about costumes, trick-or-treating, and everything spooky.

Of course, Halloween fun doesn’t have to wait until after dinner. I love making festive meals for the kids during October, and this Mummy Meatloaf is one of those recipes that makes an ordinary dinner feel like part of the celebration.

Underneath all those silly mummy wrappings is a hearty, flavorful meatloaf the whole family can enjoy. Add a couple of olive eyes and suddenly dinner is staring back at you!

Serve it before heading out to trick-or-treat or make it for a Halloween movie night at home. Either way, it’s an easy way to bring a little spooky fun to the dinner table.

Why You’ll Love This Mummy Meatloaf

This Mummy Meatloaf is one of those Halloween recipes that looks like you put in way more work than you actually did! It’s festive and fun for the kids, but underneath the mummy disguise is a hearty family dinner everyone can enjoy.

• Perfect for Halloween: Crescent dough mummy wrappings and olive eyes turn an ordinary meatloaf into a fun spooky dinner.
• Kid-friendly: The silly mummy design makes dinner a little more exciting, especially before a night of trick-or-treating.
• Easy to make: There are no complicated decorating skills involved. Just cut the crescent dough into strips and wrap up your mummy!
• A real family dinner: This isn’t just a cute Halloween snack or dessert. It’s a filling meal you can serve the whole family.
• Fun to customize: Change up the eyes, make smaller individual mummies, or get the kids involved in wrapping their own.
  

  Ingredients You’ll Need

  This Mummy Meatloaf uses simple ingredients to make a flavorful family dinner with a fun Halloween twist.

  • Ground Beef: The base of the meatloaf. I like using lean ground beef so the meatloaf stays juicy without becoming too greasy.
  • RO*TEL: Diced tomatoes and green chilies add extra flavor and a little kick to the meatloaf.
  • Breadcrumbs: Help hold everything together and keep the meatloaf tender.
  • Egg: Binds the meatloaf mixture together so it holds its mummy shape while baking.
  • Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a little extra savory flavor to the beef.
  • Seasonings: A simple combination of seasonings gives the meatloaf plenty of flavor.
  • Barbecue Sauce: Creates a sweet and tangy topping for the meatloaf.
  • Brown Sugar: Adds a little sweetness to the barbecue sauce topping.
  • Crescent Roll Dough: Cut into strips and wrapped around the cooked meatloaf to create the mummy bandages.
  • Black Olives: Two olive slices make the easiest little mummy eyes.

  See the recipe card below for the full ingredient amounts and instructions.
  

  How to Make Mummy Meatloaf

  Making this spooky Mummy Meatloaf is much easier than it looks! Start with the meatloaf, add the sweet and tangy topping, then finish it with crescent dough bandages and olive eyes.

  1. Make the meatloaf mixture.
  Add the ground beef, RO*TEL, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings to a large bowl. Mix everything together until just combined. Try not to overmix the beef or your meatloaf can become tough.

  2. Shape and bake the meatloaf.
  Shape the beef mixture into a loaf and place it in your baking dish. Bake according to the recipe directions until the meatloaf is nearly cooked through.

  3. Add the sauce.
  Mix together the barbecue sauce and brown sugar, then spread it over the meatloaf to give it a sweet and tangy glaze.

  4. Wrap your mummy.
  Cut the crescent dough into thin strips and drape them across the meatloaf to look like mummy bandages. Leave a small opening near the top for the eyes.

  5. Finish baking.
  Return the meatloaf to the oven and continue baking until the crescent dough is golden brown and the meatloaf is completely cooked through.

  6. Give your mummy a face.
  Add two black olive slices for eyes and your Mummy Meatloaf is ready for the Halloween dinner table!

  Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing. This helps keep all those delicious juices inside and makes it much easier to serve.

  

  Tips & Variations

  This Mummy Meatloaf is pretty simple to make, but a few little tricks will help your spooky dinner turn out perfectly.

  • Don’t overmix the meat. Mix the ingredients just until everything is combined. Overworking the ground beef can make your meatloaf dense and tough.
  • Drain the RO*TEL well. Too much extra liquid can make it harder for the meatloaf to hold its shape.
  • Let it rest before serving. Give the finished meatloaf a few minutes to rest before slicing so it stays juicy and holds together better.
  • Make mini mummies. Divide the meat mixture into smaller individual meatloaves and wrap each one with crescent dough for adorable personal-sized mummies. Just remember that smaller meatloaves will cook faster.
  • Swap the ground beef. Ground turkey can be used instead if your family prefers it. Just be sure it reaches a safe internal temperature before serving.
  • Change up the eyes. Black olive slices are easy and give the mummy a great spooky look, but you can have fun arranging them differently to give each mummy its own personality.
  • Use a meat thermometer. The crescent dough can look perfectly golden before you know whether the center of the meatloaf is finished, so checking the internal temperature is the easiest way to know it’s ready.
    

    What to Serve With Mummy Meatloaf

    Mummy Meatloaf may look spooky, but you can serve it with all the same comforting sides your family already loves with meatloaf.

    Creamy mashed potatoes are always a favorite, especially with some green beans, roasted vegetables, corn, or macaroni and cheese on the side. You can also keep things simple with a tossed salad and dinner rolls.

    For Halloween night, I like keeping the sides easy since everyone is usually anxious to finish dinner and get out the door for trick-or-treating. Add a fun Halloween dessert afterward and you’ve got a complete spooky dinner without spending the entire evening in the kitchen!

    Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

    Storing: Store leftover Mummy Meatloaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Keep in mind that the crescent dough will soften a little once refrigerated.

    Reheating: Reheat individual slices in the microwave for a quick meal, or warm larger portions in the oven until heated through. The oven is the better option if you want to help crisp the crescent dough back up.

    Make Ahead: You can prepare and shape the meatloaf mixture ahead of time and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake. I would wait to add the crescent dough until the day you plan to serve it so your mummy bandages stay fresh.

    Freezing: The meatloaf itself can be frozen, but I recommend freezing it without the crescent dough. Wrap it well and store it in a freezer-safe container, then thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating and adding the mummy decorations.

    Mummy Meatloaf FAQ

    Can I make mini Mummy Meatloaves?

    Absolutely! Divide the meat mixture into smaller individual loaves instead of making one large meatloaf. Wrap each one with strips of crescent dough and add olive eyes to make individual little mummies. Just keep an eye on them while baking since smaller meatloaves will cook faster.

    Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?

    Yes! You can substitute ground turkey for the ground beef if that’s what your family prefers. The flavor and texture will be a little different, and you’ll want to make sure the turkey is completely cooked before serving.

    What can I use instead of breadcrumbs?

    If you’re out of breadcrumbs, crushed crackers can work as a substitute. You just need something that will help absorb moisture and hold the meatloaf together.

    How do I know when my meatloaf is done?

    The easiest way to tell is with a meat thermometer. Insert it into the thickest part of the meatloaf, making sure you’re checking the meat and not just the crescent dough on the outside. Ground beef should reach an internal temperature of 160°F before serving.

   

  More Fun Halloween Recipes

  Keep the spooky fun going with even more easy Halloween recipes! From creepy-cute dinners and appetizers to festive desserts, these recipes are perfect for Halloween parties, family movie nights, or feeding everyone before heading out to trick-or-treat.

  Chicken Bacon Ranch Mummy Pizzas – cheesy chicken bacon ranch pizzas get a spooky mummy makeover for a fun and easy Halloween dinner.

  Meatball Mummies – savory meatballs wrapped up like little mummies make an adorable Halloween appetizer or addition to your spooky dinner table.

  Spooky Spider Sausage Queso – creamy sausage queso gets a creepy spiderweb-inspired makeover that makes it perfect for a Halloween party.

  No Bake Halloween Lush – colorful layers of cookies, creamy filling, pudding, and whipped topping create an easy make-ahead Halloween dessert.

  Ghost Hi Hat Cupcakes – spooky little ghost cupcakes make an adorable Halloween dessert that kids and adults will love.

  Spider Web Brownies – rich chocolate brownies decorated with a spooky spiderweb design make a fun and festive Halloween treat. 

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Mummy Meatloaf

Yield: 4-6 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Mummy Meatloaf is a fun and spooky Halloween dinner made with flavorful ground beef, tomatoes and green chilies, a sweet and tangy barbecue topping, and crescent roll mummy bandages. Add black olive eyes for an easy Halloween meal the whole family will love!

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Ingredients

• For the Meatloaf
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 (10-ounce) can RO*TEL Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies, drained
• 1½ tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1½ cups breadcrumbs
• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
• Sliced black olives, for the eyes
• For the Topping
• 1 (10-ounce) can RO*TEL Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies, drained
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
   
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, one drained can of RO*TEL, taco seasoning, dried minced onion, black pepper, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Mix just until combined.
   
3. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a mummy head.
   
4. In a small bowl, combine the remaining drained can of RO*TEL, brown sugar, and barbecue sauce. Spread the mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
   
5. Bake for 30–40 minutes, until the meatloaf is lightly browned and nearly cooked through.
   
6. Remove the meatloaf from the oven.
   
7. Tear or cut the crescent roll dough into strips. Lay the strips across the meatloaf to resemble mummy bandages, leaving an opening near the top for the eyes.
   
8. Add sliced black olives to create the mummy's eyes.
   
9. Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for another 10–12 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and the center of the meatloaf reaches 160°F.
   
10. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
    

Notes

Drain the RO*TEL well so the meatloaf mixture doesn't become too wet. Avoid overmixing the beef to help keep the finished meatloaf tender.

For individual Mummy Meatloaves, divide the mixture into smaller portions and reduce the baking time accordingly. Ground turkey or a meatloaf blend can also be substituted for the ground beef. If you don't have breadcrumbs, crushed crackers or toasted bread crumbs can work in their place.