Spooky Snack Attack: The Halloween Mummy Pizza

Every October, I find myself craving playful, nostalgic foods that stir up childhood memories. This year, I decided to merge the eerie charm of Halloween with the comforting crunch of pizza—enter the Mummy Pizza! Its improvisational mummy wrappings made from cheese strips turn a simple pie into a delightful, spooky spectacle.

What I love most is how easily this recipe transforms a regular pizza into a conversation piece. The gooey cheese, the crispy crust—each bite sparks a giggle. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to get little hands involved in the kitchen chaos during this festive season.

Mummy Pizza

Mummy Pizza is a fun, Halloween-themed dish that involves decorating a pizza with cheese strips to resemble wrapped mummies. It combines a crisp pizza crust with gooey melted cheese, creating a playful and visually spooky appetizer or snack. The final appearance features a golden-brown crust topped with cheese strips that mimic mummy bandages.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 pre-made pizza dough store-bought or homemade
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni or olives optional for eyes
• to taste seasonings e.g., oregano, basil

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Rolling pin
• Oven
• Pizza cutter or knife
• Piping bag or plastic bag with a corner cut

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour a surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large circle or rectangle, about 12 inches wide.
2. Transfer the rolled dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
3. Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the sauce, covering most of the surface to create a gooey base.
4. Optional: Add small pieces of pepperoni or olives for the eyes, positioning them near the top of the pizza.
5. Wander to a piping bag or plastic bag and fill it with shredded mozzarella to create cheese strips that will become the mummy’s bandages.
6. Pipe long, thin cheese strips across the pizza in crisscrossing patterns to mimic mummy wrappings, making sure to cover most of the surface for a fun, spooky look.
7. Once decorated, transfer the pizza into the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes; the cheese will set slightly, making it easier to slice.
9. Slice the pizza into squares or triangles, revealing the cheese ‘bandages’ and eyes, and serve while warm.
10. Enjoy the playful presentation and gooey, cheesy crunch of your Mummy Pizza!

Notes

For extra spooky effect, add small carved cheese or veggie eyes on the mummy’s ‘wrappings’. Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings!

With just a handful of ingredients and a sprinkle of creativity, you can whip up this creepy yet tasty treat in no time. It’s a recipe that invites chaos, laughter, and maybe a few messy fingers—what’s Halloween without a little fun? Enjoy creating these spooky mummies and making memories around the dinner table.