Easy Nutella Mummies Recipe (Banana + Air Fryer Option)

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Cute Crescent Roll Mummies with Nutella (Kid-Friendly!)

Nutella mummies are the ultimate quick Halloween dessert: flaky crescent roll “bandages,” creamy Nutella, a banana center, and candy eyes for instant spooky-cute vibes. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, these crescent roll mummies come together fast in either the oven or the air fryer, which is perfect for busy fall nights and classroom parties.

Stacy’s note: “Fall baking is my favorite, and these Nutella mummies are always a hit—fun to make, fun to eat, and even my 12-year-old can make them start to finish. I just handle the hot tray or basket.”

These Halloween mummy treats are flexible and forgiving. Use the seamless dough sheet for super-clean wraps, or regular crescent triangles with seams pinched together. Swap in chocolate chips or a tiny dot of frosting for the eyes if candy eyes are sold out. Want to serve a crowd? Double the dough and bananas and bake multiple trays; the air fryer can tackle small batches right before serving so they’re warm and crisp.

Ingredients & Tools

To make crescent roll mummies, you’ll need refrigerated crescent dough, Nutella or a chocolate-hazelnut spread, and 2–3 firm bananas.  I like using Pillsbury crescent dough because it bakes up flaky every time. For decoration, use candy eyes, mini chocolate chips, M&Ms, or frosting for faces, and optionally a glaze of powdered sugar and milk. A silicone baking mat can prevent sticking on a baking sheet, while an air fryer parchment liner keeps the basket clean.

Step-by-Step: How to Make Banana Nutella Mummies

Start by rolling the dough on a silicone mat. If you’re using the sheet, slice thin strips along the sides to act as “bandages,” leaving a center panel to hold the filling. If you’re using triangles, lightly pinch the seams so the filling doesn’t ooze out.

Spread a thin layer of Nutella down the middle, place a banana half on top, and then begin wrapping. For the cutest results, secure a short strip at the top and bottom first to anchor the banana, then criss-cross the remaining strips down the length, leaving a small gap for the eyes. This simple order gives the mummies a polished look without taking extra time.

Transfer the wrapped mummies to a lined baking sheet (or directly to the air fryer basket with a liner), spacing them slightly so heat can circulate. The dough will puff and turn lightly golden while the banana softens. If you plan to add a glaze, let the baked mummies cool for a couple of minutes first so the drizzle sets instead of soaking in. Add candy eyes last so they stay bright and centered.

Air Fryer Nutella Mummies

For fast, crisp results, the air fryer shines. Line the basket with a parchment liner and set the temperature to 330°F (165°C). Arrange the mummies in a single layer with a little space between each one and cook for 8–11 minutes, checking at 8 minutes. Every air fryer is a little different, but in a popular 5.8-quart basket model, 10 minutes is usually perfect. The dough should be set and lightly golden while the banana feels tender. Cool briefly, drizzle with glaze if using, and press on the candy eyes before serving.

Oven vs Air Fryer (Quick Guide)

Safety Tip: Kids can assemble and decorate, but adults should handle hot trays and baskets. Set up a simple “decorating station” at the counter so little hands stay clear of the oven or air fryer.

Serving, Make-Ahead & Storage

Serve Nutella mummies slightly warm for the best texture. After baking, let them rest on a cooling rack for a minute or two, drizzle with the simple glaze, and press on the eyes so they sit neatly on top of the “bandages.” If you’re bringing these to a school or neighborhood party, bake the mummies at home and add eyes just before setting them on the platter so they stay centered and crisp.

To make ahead, assemble the wrapped mummies and refrigerate them on a lined tray for up to 6 hours. Bake or air fry just before serving so the dough stays flaky and the exterior doesn’t soften. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 1–2 days, but note that bananas continue to soften. For the nicest texture, reheat gently in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes or in a 325°F oven for 5–7 minutes—just enough to warm and refresh the pastry without over-browning.

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Nutella Crescent Roll Mummies Recipe for Halloween

Simple and delicious crescent roll mummies made with banana and Nutella. Perfect for Halloween!

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Print Rate

Prep Time: 8 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 23 minutes minutes

Serves: 6

Adjust Servings: 6

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Ingredients

• 1 can Pillsbury Crescent dough or seamless sheet
• 12 tablespoons Nutella
• 2 bananas
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk
• 12 candy eyes

Instructions

Oven Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375°F/190°C.
• Pinch together seams of the crescent dough (if needed) and roll out to about 11 x 8 inches. Cut the dough into 6 equal squares. Lightly score each square into 3 equal vertical columns (without cutting through the dough). Cut horizontal strips, about 1/4 inch wide, down each side section of each square.
• Spoon a couple of tablespoons of Nutella down the middle sections, leaving about 1/2 inch on both the top and bottom.
• Slice the bananas in half lengthwise and width-wise. Then place banana slices on top of the Nutella.
• Bring the very top strips of dough down along the sides of the banana, and the very bottom strips up along the sides. Then take the next top strips and cross them over the top of the banana to form the "headpiece." Leaving a gap for the eyes, cross the next top strips over. Continue criss-crossing the dough strips over the banana until finished.
• Bake until golden brown, about 12-15 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool to room temperature.
• Mix powdered sugar with enough milk to form a glaze and then drizzle it over the mummies. Let it dry to the touch, add eyes, and then serve.

Air Fryer Instructions

• Prepare the mummies as written. Then, place the mummies in the air fryer basket (I like to use a parchment paper liner basket). Air fry at 330 degrees Fahrenheit or 165 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes. 
• Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer. I used a Cosori 5.8qt air fryer. Adjust the time as needed and remove them from the air fryer basket once the dough and bananas are golden to your liking. 

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 53mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 35g

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