Spooky Smiles: The Mischievous Charm of Halloween Mummy Pizza

As a food blogger obsessed with holiday traditions, I find myself constantly seeking new ways to celebrate spooky season. This year, I stumbled upon the idea of turning pizza into a playful, gooey mummy—complete with bandaged dough and creepy Olive eyes. It’s a delightful throwback to childhood nightmares and sweet memories of family dinners.

The first time I made this mummy pizza, the aroma alone transported me to a haunted house of flavor. Crunchy, cheesy, with just the right gooey stretch, it’s a centerpiece that sneaks in a bit of chaos on your plate. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to assemble, even when the house is buzzing with tiny monsters and full moon mischief.

Mummy Pizza

Mummy pizza is a playful appetizer or snack made by shaping pizza dough into a bandaged mummy figure, topped with cheese and olive eyes. It is baked until golden and bubbly, with a crispy crust and gooey center, resembling a spooky mummy ready for Halloween fun.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 packet pizza dough store-bought or homemade, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 6 pitted black olives sliced, for eyes
• 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing
• to taste salt optional, for dough

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Rolling pin
• Parchment paper
• Knife

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour the surface and roll out the dough into a large, thin rectangle, about 12×8 inches. This provides a smooth, even base for shaping the mummy.
2. Using your hands or a knife, cut strips of dough about 1 inch wide and 4 inches long. These strips will form the bandages of your mummy. Gather all the strips before proceeding.
3. Place the dough rectangle onto the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the first strip horizontally near the top of the rectangle, then layer subsequent strips slightly overlapping, to create a bandage wrapping effect across the entire base. Leave a space at the top for the face area.
4. Cross and crisscross the strips in a playful, uneven fashion, gently pressing each into the dough to secure the shape. Cover most of the surface, leaving the top section clear for the face and eyes.
5. Bake the shaped dough in the oven until it’s golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes. The crust should be crisp and slightly puffed at the edges. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
6. Brush the top lightly with olive oil to give it a shiny, finished look. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the surface, covering the entire mummy except for the face area.
7. Cut two small slices from black olives to create eyes. Place each olive slice on the face area, spacing them evenly apart to give the mummy a playful, spooky expression.
8. Return the pizza to the oven for another 3-5 minutes, until the cheese melts and bubbles slightly. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
9. Remove the mummy pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into sections or serve whole as a fun, spooky centerpiece for your holiday table.

Notes

For extra spookiness, add more olives or use different colored ingredients for the eyes. You can also customize the bandage pattern for a more chaotic look.

Cooking this mummy pizza is a perfect little chaos for the season—fun, slightly messy, and utterly enchanting. It creates a playful atmosphere at the table and fuels giggles among kids and grown-ups alike. Sometimes, the best way to embrace Halloween is with a dish that’s as delightfully imperfect as the holiday itself.

In the end, this recipe isn’t just about taste; it’s about making memories that shimmer with the thrill of creativity. Whether you’re sharing it at a Halloween party or a cozy night in, it’s guaranteed to bring a spark of charm. Happy haunting—and happy eating!