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Pizza Pumpkins

Deliciously Fun Pizza Pumpkins for a Spooky Snack Attack

These Mini Pepperoni Pizza Pumpkins are a delightful and customizable snack perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pumpkins
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Prepared Pizza Dough Can be substituted with crescent dough or homemade pizza dough.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Cube or use fresh mozzarella pearls.
  • 8 slices Pepperoni Can be swapped with sausage or vegetables.
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Serve on the side for dipping.
For the Garnish
  • 1 large Egg For brushing; optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional for egg wash.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Optional for egg wash.
  • 4 pieces Pretzel Twists Optional; mimics pumpkin stems.
  • 4 leaves Fresh Basil Optional; for garnish.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dough: Roll out the prepared pizza dough on a floured surface until ¼ inch thick. Cut into 8 squares.
  2. Add the Filling: Place 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce in the center of each square, layer with pepperoni and mozzarella.
  3. Shape the Pumpkins: Fold edges of the dough over the filling, pinching seams to seal tightly.
  4. Create Pumpkin Sections: Wrap kitchen twine around each ball several times to form pumpkin sections.
  5. Brush with Egg Wash: Beat egg with paprika and turmeric, coat each pumpkin with the mixture.
  6. Air Fry the Pumpkins: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and cook the pumpkins for 5 minutes.
  7. Flip and Cook Until Golden: Flip pumpkins and cook for another 5 to 10 minutes until golden.
  8. Finish and Serve: Remove from air fryer, cool slightly, cut twine, garnish, and serve with extra pizza sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to pinch the seams of the dough tightly and avoid overcrowding the air fryer for even cooking.

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