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Pumpkin Shaped Pizza Bombs

Pumpkin-Shaped Pizza Bombs

The Crispy Chef
These pumpkin-shaped pizza bombs are a fun, festive twist on classic pizza pockets. Filled with gooey mozzarella, zesty sauce, and pepperoni or sausage, they’re wrapped in golden dough tied with twine for adorable pumpkin ridges—perfect for Halloween, game day, or cozy fall nights.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian Fusion
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • scissors or kitchen shears
  • small bowls for egg wash and oil
  • Pastry brush
  • Rolling Pin

Ingredients
  

  • 390 g refrigerated pizza crust (1 can, 13.8 oz)
  • 115 g shredded mozzarella cheese or mozzarella pearls
  • 75 g mini pepperoni or cooked crumbled Italian sausage
  • 45 ml marinara or pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten with 2 tsp water
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp turmeric (optional, for orange color)
  • 15 ml olive oil (to coat twine)
  • 8 small pretzel twists or basil leaves (for stems)
  • 8 pieces of kitchen twine (18 inches each)

Instructions
 

  • Cut 8 pieces of kitchen twine, each about 18 inches long. Place in a small bowl and drizzle with olive oil to coat. This prevents sticking during baking.
  • Unroll pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface, roll out slightly, and cut into 8 equal squares or circles.
  • Place 1/2 tsp marinara sauce in the center of each dough piece. Top with mozzarella and your chosen meat filling.
  • Gather dough edges and pinch seams tightly to seal. Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Wrap each ball with an oiled twine piece, looping to divide into sections like a pumpkin. Tie gently at the top.
  • Whisk egg, paprika, and turmeric together. Brush mixture over each dough ball to create a golden-orange tint.
  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  • Cool 5 minutes, then carefully snip and remove twine. Insert a pretzel twist or basil leaf as a stem. Serve warm with extra marinara for dipping.

Notes

Make ahead for parties: assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Freeze unbaked for up to 3 months and bake straight from frozen. Brush with paprika-tinted egg wash for the signature orange glow, and don’t forget to oil the twine for easy removal!

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.4mg
Keyword fall party snack, halloween appetizer, pumpkin pizza bombs, stuffed pizza dough bites
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