If you’re looking for a Halloween dinner recipe that’s spooky, silly, and sure to please the kids, these Freaky Franks are a must-try. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of creativity, you can whip up these fun, hair-raising hot dogs for your next Halloween party or dinner before trick-or-treating! Kids love this creepy crawly recipe for a quick and easy Halloween dinner!
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Why I Love This Recipe
- Kid-approved fun: My kids absolutely love these! They can’t get enough of the “creepy” hot dogs with spaghetti “hair.” Not to mention serving them in tomato sauce for a gory presentation!
- Easy to make: This recipe only takes a few ingredients, and it’s simple enough that the kids can help too! It’s so my fun!
- Perfect for Halloween parties: These spooky hot dogs will be a hit at any Halloween party, and they pair perfectly with other kid-friendly Halloween treats like my Jack-o’-lantern Bell Peppers and more!
The Ingredients
- Spaghetti: You can use regular spaghetti or opt for whole wheat spaghetti for a healthier twist that gives this Halloween dinner recipe a bit more fiber while still being kid-friendly.
- Veggie, turkey, or beef hot dogs: Use your favorite kind of hot dog to make the base of these spooky creatures. Veggie dogs work great if you want a plant-based version, or you can use turkey or beef hot dogs if your crew prefers!
- Tomato sauce: A simple sauce that adds flavor and a spooky pop of color to your Freaky Franks. You can use store-bought marinara or make your own homemade tomato sauce recipe!
How to Make Freaky Franks for Halloween Dinner
Step 1: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
Step 2: Cut each hot dog into 3-4 even pieces (depending on the size of your hot dog).
Step 3: Break the spaghetti in half into 4-inch pieces. Carefully poke the spaghetti pieces through the hot dog pieces lengthwise, creating a “spaghetti hair” effect.
Step 4: Drop the Freaky Franks into the boiling water and cook for 10-11 minutes until the spaghetti is tender. Drain the water.
Step 5: Serve the Freaky Franks with a side of tomato sauce for dipping. You can also pour the sauce over the top for a messier (and more “gory”) presentation!
Tips and Tricks
- Poking the spaghetti: It can be a little tricky to poke the dry spaghetti through the hot dogs, so be gentle and patient. This is a great part for kids to help with!
- Make-ahead option: You can prep the Freaky Franks ahead of time and refrigerate them until you’re ready to cook.
- Spooky serving idea: Serve your Freaky Franks with a side of Jack-o’-lantern Bell Peppers for a balanced meal that’s still fun and festive. Check out these Fun Kid Halloween Recipes for more spooky ideas!
More Halloween Recipes for Kids
Freaky Franks are the ultimate spooky, kid-friendly recipe to make your Halloween both fun and delicious! Whether you’re throwing a party or just want a creative Halloween dinner idea, this easy dish will have the kids asking for more! Plus, it’s a great way to get in a healthier option before the candy rush. So grab some spaghetti, hot dogs, and sauce, and get ready for some creepy, tasty fun! Would love to know what you think of this recipe – leave a rating and comment below!
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Freaky Franks
Ingredients
- 1/2 package spaghetti (whole wheat spaghetti for extra fiber!)
- 8 veggie, turkey or beef hot dogs
- 2 cups tomato or marinara sauce
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Cut each hot dog into 3-4 even pieces (depending on the size of your hot dog).
- Break the spaghetti in half into 4-5 inch pieces. Carefully poke the spaghetti pieces through the hot dog pieces lengthwise, creating a “spaghetti hair” effect.
- Drop the Freaky Franks into the boiling water and cook for 10-11 minutes until the spaghetti is tender. Drain the water.
- Serve the Freaky Franks with a side of tomato sauce for dipping. You can also pour the sauce over the top for a messier (and more “gory”) presentation!
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Notes
- Poking the spaghetti: It can be a little tricky to poke the dry spaghetti through the hot dogs, so be gentle and patient. This is a great part for kids to help with!
- Make-ahead option: You can prep the Freaky Franks ahead of time and refrigerate them until you’re ready to cook.
Perfect for Daycare Halloween lunch! I”m prepping it tonight. Always so many great ideas, you are my go to site and you make everything look so easy i can relax about trying something new.
My 5 yr old loved them and called them “spaghetti spiders”!
i think there’s a typo in #4
that looks nasy but taste good