Description
Mini Pumpkin Pizzas are adorable, pumpkin-shaped pizza bites made with classic pizza dough and customizable toppings. Perfect for fall gatherings and Halloween parties, these festive pizzas are fun to make, kid-friendly, and a hit with adults looking for creative Halloween pizza ideas.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8–10 mini pizzas):
For the Dough:
1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
For the Toppings:
¾ cup pizza sauce
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Pepperoni slices, halved
Black olives (for pumpkin lines or faces)
Mushrooms or bell peppers (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley (for pumpkin “stem”)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Divide the pizza dough into 8–10 equal balls. Flatten each into a small round.
Step 2: Shape the Pumpkins
Using kitchen scissors or a knife, make small vertical cuts around the edges to create pumpkin ridges. Slightly pinch the top to form a pumpkin shape.
Step 3: Add Toppings
Brush edges lightly with olive oil. Spread pizza sauce in the center, sprinkle with mozzarella, and add desired toppings. Use olives or pepperoni to enhance the pumpkin look.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Step 5: Decorate & Serve
Remove from oven and add a small basil or parsley leaf at the top for a pumpkin stem. Serve warm.
Notes
- Pumpkin Pizza Bites: Make smaller dough rounds for bite-sized versions.
- Italian Pumpkin Pizza: Add ricotta, fresh basil, and prosciutto after baking.
- Halloween Twist: Use olive slices to create jack-o’-lantern faces.
- Make Ahead: Shape dough pumpkins ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Halloween Food
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American