Spooky and delicious snacks for everyone
Looking for the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat this October? These Halloween Pizza Mummies are the perfect way to bring some festive fun to your dinner table. Combining the comforting flavors of savory pizza with a spooky twist, this recipe is a guaranteed hit for parties or quick weeknight dinners. With busy schedules in mind, these mummies come together in minutes using store-bought dough and simple pantry staples. Whether you are hosting a haunted house bash or looking for a fun kitchen project with the kids, these adorable, cheesy snacks are sure to steal the show and disappear in no time!
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Servings: 8 mummies
📝 Ingredients List
- 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (ensure no wine or alcohol content)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16 slices of turkey bacon, chopped into small strips
- 16 black olives, sliced (for eyes)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pizza cutter or sharp knife
- Small bowl
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 👻
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and cut it into 8 equal rectangles.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce onto each rectangle, then sprinkle a small amount of mozzarella and turkey bacon pieces over the center.
- Cut the remaining dough into thin strips and drape them across the pizza rectangles in a crisscross pattern to resemble mummy bandages. Leave a small gap near the top for the eyes.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Carefully remove from the oven and place two olive slices on each mummy to create the eyes. Enjoy while warm! 🍕
💡 Pro Tips
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in an oven or toaster oven to keep the dough crispy.
- Substitutions: If you prefer a leaner protein, feel free to swap the turkey bacon for diced chicken breast or sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
- Crispiness: For an extra crunch, lightly brush the dough strips with a little olive oil before baking.
Variations
Get creative by adding different ingredients! You can add thin bell pepper strips under the bandages for extra veggies, or use pepperoni-style turkey slices for a different flavor profile.
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, assemble them and keep them in the fridge for up to an hour before baking.
Are these suitable for a large party? Absolutely! You can easily double or triple this recipe to accommodate more guests.
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Halloween Pizza Mummies
- Total Time: 22
- Yield: 8 mummies 1x
- Diet: Halal
Description
Create a spooktacular treat for your next Halloween party with these adorable Pizza Mummies. Using convenient refrigerated pizza dough, these bite-sized snacks feature a savory base of pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and turkey bacon. Decorated with olive eyes and draped in dough bandages, they are as fun to make as they are to eat. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this recipe is a quick and delicious way to celebrate the season with a festive, non-alcoholic, and pork-free crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
1/2 cup pizza sauce (alcohol-free)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
16 slices turkey bacon, chopped into small strips
16 black olives, sliced
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and cut it into 8 equal rectangles.
Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce onto each rectangle, then sprinkle a small amount of mozzarella and turkey bacon pieces over the center.
Cut the remaining dough into thin strips and drape them across the pizza rectangles in a crisscross pattern to resemble mummy bandages, leaving a gap near the top for eyes.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Carefully remove from the oven and place two olive slices on each mummy to create the eyes.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Reheat in an oven or toaster oven to maintain a crispy crust.
For a vegetarian version, substitute turkey bacon with sautéed mushrooms or diced bell peppers.
Lightly brush dough strips with olive oil before baking for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mummy
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg