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Halloween Pizza Skulls

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Halloween Pizza Skulls are a creative and spooky way to enjoy one of everyone’s favorite foods—pizza! These handheld treats are easy to make and perfect for Halloween parties, whether for kids or adults. Made with refrigerated pizza dough, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and sausage, they’re packed with flavor and have a fun, festive presentation. Using a skull-shaped cake pan gives these mini pizzas a spooky twist, and they’re easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Serve them hot and watch them disappear faster than a ghost at midnight! Perfect with a side of marinara dipping sauce for extra flavor.
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Updated on Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:12:42 GMT
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There is something about holding a pizza skull in your hand that transports you straight to a festive Halloween night Most homemade pizzas are fun but these are downright ghoulish with gooey cheese and flavorful fillings wrapped in golden dough shaped like spooky skulls I started making these with my kids a few Octobers ago and now every year they ask if we can invite friends over for a pizza skull party

Last October we hosted a make your own pizza skull bar letting everyone add their own favorite fillings It turned into a friendly competition over who could make the scariest and tastiest one

Ingredients

  • Refrigerated pizza dough: gives a golden crust and lets you skip the mess of making dough from scratch Look for a brand with a good rise and check the expiration date for freshness
  • Pizza sauce: brings that classic tangy flavor I love using a thicker sauce so it does not run out during baking Try to avoid overly sweet varieties
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese: melts into stretchy gooey goodness Pre shredded cheese works for convenience but fresh mozzarella shredded at home gives the best melt
  • Cooked and crumbled Italian sausage: adds a boost of savory flavor Go for mild or spicy depending on your crowd
  • Chopped pepperoni: adds pops of zesty spice Choose a thicker cut and chop it so you get little bites in every piece

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and let it get nice and hot Meanwhile spray your skull shaped pan well with cooking spray so nothing sticks
Shape the Dough:
Unroll your pizza dough and press it out into a fifteen by ten inch rectangle Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice it into six even strips Each strip will line a cavity in your pan
Line the Skull Cavities:
Gently drape each strip of dough into the pan cavities making sure to press it up the sides and into every nook Smooth out any air bubbles so the skull shape comes through clearly When I first made these I rushed this step but learned getting the dough flush to every detail makes them look so much spookier
Fill with Cheese and Sauce:
Sprinkle a bit of mozzarella into the base of each dough lined cavity Layer a tablespoon of pizza sauce on top spreading it evenly but not overfilling so it doesn’t leak
Add Meats:
Drop in chopped pepperoni slices and a spoonful of crumbled cooked sausage This is where you can get creative with fillings If my kids are helping we give everyone a mini bowl of add ins
Top and Seal:
Finish with another layer of mozzarella cheese then carefully fold the dough edges over the filling Pinch the seams well so nothing escapes as it bakes
Bake to Golden Perfection:
Pop the pan into the oven for eighteen to twenty minutes Watch for that golden brown crust and bubbling cheese The aroma will let you know you are close
Cool and Unmold:
Let the pizza skulls cool for a few minutes before gently popping them out of the pan Use a small offset spatula to help lift them out if needed Serve up while warm and watch them disappear
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A close up of a pizza skull with pepperoni eyes and cheese dripping out of the mouth. | myhomemaderecipe.com

Mozzarella cheese is my favorite part The way it stretches and bubbles inside the skulls makes every bite remind me of our first pizza skull night when my youngest tried to stretch one to the other side of the table and burst out laughing There is something magical about making food that gets everyone at the table smiling

Storage tips

Leftovers keep great in the refrigerator for up to three days Make sure to store them in an airtight container For best results reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore the crust’s crispness Freezing works too just wrap each skull tightly and thaw overnight before warming

Ingredient substitutions

Try swapping the sausage for cooked ground beef or turkey Use vegetarian pepperoni or sautéed veggies like mushrooms and bell pepper for a meat free option If you do not have pizza sauce marinara or even a jarred pesto makes a fun twist

Serving suggestions

Serve with extra pizza sauce or a spooky green pesto for dipping Add a leafy salad on the side to lighten things up My favorite is to set them out on a tray with olive eyeballs and roasted red pepper mouths for a haunted buffet

Cultural context

Shaped hand pies and filled breads have been part of Halloween traditions for centuries Pizza skulls are just a playful modern take on the old custom of making spirit themed foods to share with friends and neighbors

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Serve warm and enjoy the spooky fun These pizza skulls will become a new Halloween tradition for your family

Halloween Treats

Halloween Pizza Skulls are the perfect spooky treat for your next Halloween party. Filled with gooey mozzarella, pepperoni, and sausage, these pizza skulls are easy to make and sure to be a hit!

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Zaho

Category: Dinners

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American-Italian

Yield: 6 Servings (6 pizza skulls)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 (13.8-oz) can refrigerated pizza dough.
02 6 tablespoons pizza sauce.
03 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
04 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled Italian sausage.
05 24 slices pepperoni, chopped.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat your oven to 375ºF. Spray a skull-shaped cake pan with cooking spray and set it aside.

Step 02

Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough and press it into a 15x10-inch rectangle. Cut the dough into 6 strips.

Step 03

Drape each dough strip into the cavities of the skull pan, making sure the dough reaches all the way up the sides.

Step 04

Add a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese into the bottom of each cavity, followed by 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce.

Step 05

Place 4 chopped pepperoni slices and a spoonful of crumbled Italian sausage on top of the sauce.

Step 06

Add more mozzarella cheese on top, then fold the dough over the filling and press the seams together to seal.

Step 07

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 08

Let the pizza skulls cool for a few minutes before removing them from the pan. Serve and enjoy!.

Notes

  1. These Halloween Pizza Skulls are perfect for spooky parties or gatherings, and they’re super easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings.
  2. You can add extras like olives, mushrooms, or even jalapeños to give the pizza skulls more flavor and texture.
  3. Serve with marinara dipping sauce on the side for extra deliciousness!.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 250
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30 g
  • Protein: 15 g