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Mummy Pizza

Spooky Mummy Pizza: The Best Fun Twist for Halloween Night

Enjoy the playful spirit of Halloween with Mummy Pizza, a customizable and fun dish perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Use refrigerated dough for a quick meal.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Use your favorite homemade or store-bought variety.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to use plant-based cheese for a vegan option.
  • 20 slices Pepperoni Swap for diced vegetables or plant-based alternatives if desired.
  • ½ cup Black Olives Consider Kalamata or green olives for a fun twist.
For Garnishing
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil/Oregano Optional, adds freshness after baking.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mummy Pizza
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out your pizza dough into a rectangular shape, about ¼ inch thickness.
  3. Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce in the center of the rolled-out dough.
  4. Layer mozzarella cheese over the sauce, extending it to the edges.
  5. Arrange pepperoni slices on top in a staggered fashion to create the 'mummy bandage' look.
  6. Cut diagonal slits in the dough on both sides of the sauced section, create strips and braid them over the cheese and pepperoni.
  7. Add a dollop of extra sauce in the center for the eyes and place black olive halves on it.
  8. Transfer the Mummy Pizza to the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven, let it cool for about 5 minutes, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Mummy Pizza is versatile; feel free to customize the toppings and engage your whole family in the cooking process.

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