Bloody Finger Hot Dogs Snack (Printable Version)

Creepy hot dogs dressed as fingers with almond nails and ketchup for Halloween fun.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main

01 - 8 hot dogs
02 - 8 hot dog buns

→ Decoration

03 - 8 sliced almonds
04 - 1/3 cup ketchup

# Directions:

01 - Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add hot dogs and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until thoroughly heated. Remove and allow to cool briefly.
02 - Use a small paring knife to slice a shallow rectangular section at one end of each hot dog, forming a flat surface for the fingernail.
03 - Make a few small, shallow horizontal cuts across the center and base of each hot dog to mimic natural finger joints.
04 - Secure a sliced almond onto the flattened end of each hot dog, pressing gently so it adheres and resembles a fingernail.
05 - Warm hot dog buns if desired. Place each prepared hot dog into a bun.
06 - Generously drizzle ketchup around the exposed end of each hot dog to resemble blood from a severed finger.
07 - Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately for optimal visual effect.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick prep ready in about twenty five minutes
  • Simple ingredients you likely already have
  • Perfect for parties and especially loved by kids
  • No advanced skills or tools required
  • You can easily make it vegetarian
02 -
  • Each hot dog is portioned for easy serving while looking chillingly real
  • You can make these ahead but assemble just before serving for best effect
  • High kid appeal for parties and Halloween gatherings
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife for cleaner carving and to avoid shredding the hot dogs
  • Let the hot dogs cool before decorating or the almonds and ketchup will slide right off
  • Do not skimp on ketchup for the full bloody effect The more you add the more dramatic it looks

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