Pepperoni Pizza Pumpkins
Experience a festive twist on traditional pizza with these delightful Pepperoni Pizza Pumpkins. Mini pumpkins are hollowed out and filled with a savory mix of pepperoni, melted mozzarella, and marinara sauce, creating a dish that’s both visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Perfect for Halloween gatherings or cozy family dinners, these edible bowls make for an impressive centerpiece that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 mini pumpkins (about 1 lb each)
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice off the tops of the pumpkins and scoop out the insides, removing seeds and stringy pulp.
- In a bowl, mix together the shredded mozzarella, sliced pepperoni, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Spoon the filling into each hollowed pumpkin until generously filled. Place them upright on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pumpkins are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (about 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg