Easy Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins
Transform your Halloween dinner with Easy Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins! These charming little pumpkins are filled with a savory blend of melted mozzarella, pepperoni, and zesty pizza sauce, creating a whimsical dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is to look at. Perfect for spooky gatherings or cozy nights at home, these stuffed pumpkins are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Indulge in the rich flavors and festive spirit with this easy-to-follow recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small sugar pumpkins (about 3–4 inches in diameter)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices (or veggies for a healthier twist)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the tops off each pumpkin and scoop out seeds and pulp, leaving enough space for filling.
- In a bowl, mix pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Stuff each pumpkin with the filling, pressing down slightly but leaving space at the top.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over each stuffed pumpkin.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg