Pumpkin-Shaped Pizza Bites
Ingredients:
1 can 13.8 oz refrigerated pizza dough
1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
1 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
cup mini pepperoni slices optional
1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Fresh basil leaves for stems and garnish
1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for brushing
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional
Directions:
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Roll out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to about -inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut the dough into circles about 3-4 inches in diameter. You should be able to get about 12 circles, depending on the size of your cutter.
Assemble the Pizza Bites: Place a spoonful of marinara sauce in the center of half of the dough circles. Add a small amount of shredded mozzarella cheese and a few mini pepperoni slices if using. Make sure not to overfill.
Form the Pumpkins: Place another dough circle on top of each filled circle. Gently press the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative finish. Pinch the top to create a slight indent for the pumpkin shape.
Add Egg Wash & Seasoning: Brush each pizza bite with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked. If desired, brush with a little olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
Bake the Pizza Bites: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and puffy. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Garnish: Insert small basil leaves at the top of each pizza bite to create a “”stem,”” giving them their pumpkin look.
Serve: These pumpkin-shaped pizza bites are perfect for Halloween parties or any fall-themed event. Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal per bite Servings: 12 pizza bites
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