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Mozzarella Skulls

These adorable, cheese-filled Mozzarella Skulls are a fun, easy Halloween treat that is sure to impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the skulls
  • 1 package ready-made pizza dough found in the refrigerated section
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese a must for cheesy goodness
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing to create a golden finish
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or any seasoning of your choice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste pepper
For decoration
  • as needed Cooked pepperoni or olives optional, for decorating your skulls’ faces

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Use a skull-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes from the dough. Spoon a small amount of the cheesy filling into the center of half of the skulls and top with another skull piece, pinching the edges to seal.
  5. Place the skulls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle with a bit more Italian seasoning.
  6. Bake for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Once cooled, decorate with sliced olives or pepperoni to create faces.

Notes

You can use any fun shapes if skull cutters aren't available. Consider adding cooked sausage or veggies into the filling for more flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.