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Pizza Pumpkins

Pizza Pumpkins: Fun Air Fryer Treats for Halloween Festivities

Delight in these Mini Pepperoni Pizza Pumpkins, perfect for Halloween. Quick, versatile, and festive, they're a must-try for any gathering!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Pumpkins Ingredients
  • 14 ounces Prepared Pizza Dough A package like Jus Rol works great.
  • 8 cubes Mozzarella Cheese Use fresh mozzarella pearls for that gooey center.
  • 3 slices Pepperoni Feel free to substitute with sausage or chopped bacon.
  • 1 teaspoon Pizza Sauce Essential for flavor and moisture.
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) Provides a golden color; can skip if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color; can swap with chili powder for heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Adds color and flavor enhancement.
  • optional Pretzel Twists For adorable 'stems'.
  • optional Fresh Basil Leaves Adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Pumpkins
  1. Prepare Dough: Roll out your pizza dough, cut into 8 equal pieces, approximately 4 inches wide.
  2. Fill: Place about 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce in the center of each dough piece, add three pepperoni slices and a mozzarella cube.
  3. Shape: Gather edges of the dough around the filling, pinch seams tightly, and shape into balls.
  4. Twine Wrap: Wrap each dough ball with kitchen twine, dividing it into sections to resemble pumpkin segments.
  5. Egg Wash: Mix beaten egg with paprika and turmeric, brush over each pumpkin for a golden wash.
  6. Air Fry: Cook in the air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes, flip halfway and continue for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Serve: Remove twine, garnish with pretzel twists and fresh basil, serve hot with extra pizza sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Seal dough tightly to retain gooeyness. Cooking times may vary based on air fryer model. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.

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