Halloween Pizza Skulls Recipe

 

Looking to add a spooky twist to your Halloween menu? These Halloween Pizza Skulls are not only delightfully eerie, but they’re also deliciously easy to make. Whether you’re throwing a Halloween party or just want to surprise your family with a fun meal, these pizza skulls will steal the show. With a gooey cheesy filling and the classic pizza flavors you love, they’re sure to be a hit. Plus, they’re fully customizable!

Let’s dive into this easy-to-follow recipe!

Ingredients:

• 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
  (You can use store-bought for convenience or make your own dough if you’re feeling adventurous!)
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  (Feel free to substitute with cheddar, provolone, or any other cheese you like.)
• 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, chopped
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• Cooking spray
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

Instructions:

1. Preheat the  Oven
   Preheat your  oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure your pizza skulls bake evenly.
2. Prepare the Mold
   Lightly spray your skull-shaped mold with cooking spray. This step is crucial to prevent the dough from sticking and tearing when you try to remove the finished pizza skulls. Don’t have a skull mold? A standard muffin tin or mini bundt pan can work too, though the spooky skull shape definitely adds to the Halloween fun!
3. Prepare the Dough
   On a lightly floured surface, unroll the refrigerated pizza dough. Cut the dough into pieces large enough to fit into each cavity of your skull mold, leaving some overhang. If you’re using homemade dough, roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut it to size.
4. Assemble the Pizza Skulls
   Press the dough pieces into each cavity of your mold, ensuring enough overhang for sealing later.
   • Spoon in 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce into each dough-lined cavity.
   • Add shredded mozzarella cheese, then layer in your fillings: chopped pepperoni, sliced black olives, diced green bell peppers, and finely chopped red onion.
     Feel free to get creative here! You can swap in other toppings like mushrooms, sausage, or even pineapple if you’re feeling adventurous.
   • Top off each skull with a little more cheese to ensure they’re extra gooey.
5. Seal and Bake
   Once your skulls are filled, fold the extra dough over the fillings and pinch the edges to seal.
   • Brush the tops with a little olive oil for a golden, crispy finish.
   • Sprinkle with dried oregano and garlic powder for an extra hit of flavor.
     Place your mold in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the skulls are golden brown and the dough is fully cooked through.
6. Cool and Serve
   After baking, let the pizza skulls cool in the mold for about 5 minutes to make them easier to remove without tearing. Use a small spatula or butter knife to gently lift the pizza skulls out of the mold.

Conclusion

These Halloween Pizza Skulls are the perfect combination of fun, spooky, and delicious. They bring together the creative thrill of Halloween and the comfort of a cheesy, pepperoni-stuffed pizza. Whether you’re serving them at a party or making them for a family dinner, these pizza skulls are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

So grab your ingredients, dust off your skull mold, and get ready to wow your guests with these spine-chilling (but oh-so-tasty) Halloween pizza skulls!