Halloween Mummy Pizza (Printable Version)
Mozzarella and pepperoni pizza, braided in dough strips for a festive Halloween treat full of spooky charm.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pizza Base
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14 ounces refrigerated pizza dough (1 can, such as Pillsbury) or equivalent homemade pizza dough
→ Toppings
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1 1/2 cups pizza sauce or marinara sauce
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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40 slices pepperoni
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1 black olive
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Set oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Place pizza dough onto parchment paper on a clean work surface. Evenly spread pizza sauce over the middle vertical half of the dough.
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Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese across the sauced area, then layer pepperoni slices in a single layer covering the cheese.
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Using a paring knife, make 1-inch wide diagonal slits along both long sides of the dough, extending from the sauce-covered area out to the edges.
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Fold the bottom dough strips inward over the filling. Braid strips alternately up and over the filling for a wrapped effect, leaving space at the top for the eyes. Continue braiding to shape the mummy's head.
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Spoon additional pizza sauce into the empty space at the top. Cut black olive in half and place halves on the sauce to form eyes.
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Transfer the prepared pizza, using the parchment, to the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
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Remove from oven and serve warm.
# Additional Notes:
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For best results, use a chilled nonstick baking sheet to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.