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Jack-o’-lantern Pizza

A close-up of a square slice of Jack-o'-lantern pizza, decorated with pepperoni, black olives, and cheese.
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Create a fun and festive Jack-o’-lantern pizza for Halloween night. This recipe uses simple ingredients and easy decoration techniques to make a pizza that looks like a carved pumpkin face.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ball pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a circle, about 12-14 inches in diameter.
  3. Transfer the dough to a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal or directly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the sauce.
  6. Arrange the black olive slices to create the eyes and nose of the jack-o’-lantern face.
  7. Use the pepperoni slices to create a jagged mouth. You can cut them into smaller pieces if needed to form the desired shape.
  8. If you want to add a pumpkin stem, you can shape a small piece of extra dough at the top of the pizza or use a piece of green bell pepper.
  9. Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a more vibrant orange color, use more cheddar cheese or add a drop of orange food coloring to the cheese mixture.
  • You can use other toppings like mushrooms or green peppers for the facial features if you prefer.
  • This pizza is a great activity for kids to help decorate.

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