Spooktacular Mummy Pizza: A Creepy, Cheesy Delight

Halloween is the perfect time to embrace playful, spooky foods that spark joy and a little chaos. This mummy pizza transforms simple ingredients into a delightful costume for your favorite cheesy bread base, making it a hit for both kids and grown-ups. The smell of baked dough mingled with melting cheese and garlic is enough to bring everyone to the table with anticipation.

What sets this recipe apart is the fun of creating tiny bandages from strips of mozzarella, wrapping up your pizza like a tiny ancient mummy. It’s a mix of creativity and comfort, a perfect dish to make in the chaos of a haunted house or a casual spooky get-together. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to assemble, yet looks insanely impressive.

Halloween Mummy Pizza

This dish features a cheesy bread base topped with melted cheese, garlic, and playful strips of mozzarella arranged to resemble a mummy. The pizza is baked until golden and bubbly, with the mozzarella strips creating a fun, bandaged appearance that gives it a spooky, whimsical look.

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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: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 batch pre-made pizza dough or homemade dough if preferred
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese optional, for extra flavor
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing the crust
• to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Cooking brush
• Knife
• Cutting Board

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and roll out the pizza dough into a large circle or rectangle. Brush the edges with olive oil to help the crust turn golden and crisp.
2. Mix the minced garlic with a little olive oil and evenly spread it over the surface of the dough. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to season the base.
3. Spread the shredded mozzarella evenly over the pizza, leaving a border around the edges for the crust. Add a sprinkle of parmesan on top if desired for extra flavor.
4. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden, about 12-15 minutes.
5. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly so the cheese sets just enough to handle. Using a knife, cut the mozzarella into thin strips that resemble bandages.
6. Create the mummy wrap by carefully arranging the mozzarella strips across the top of the pizza in a crisscross and wrapping pattern, leaving space for the face if desired.
7. Return the assembled pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the mozzarella strips slightly melt and the mummy looks animated and spooky.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool just a bit before slicing. Serve with a creepy side or enjoy as a fun, festive main dish.

Notes

Feel free to add small olive eyes or other decorations to give your mummy more character!

As the evening winds down, these mummy pizzas offer a nostalgic reminder of childhood Halloweens filled with treats and costumes. The crispy edges and gooey cheese make each bite a deliciously messy adventure, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo while watching a spooky movie. It’s a simple joy that captures the spirit of the season.

This playful dish isn’t just for Halloween—it’s a celebration of creativity and comfort that fits any seasonal gathering. It’s easy to adapt with different toppings or crust styles, making it a versatile addition to your fall table. Enjoy the fun, the flavors, and the little moments of magic this spooky season.