Pepperoni Pizza Pumpkins
Experience the perfect blend of autumn flavors with Pepperoni Pizza Pumpkins! These charming mini pumpkins are hollowed out and filled with rich pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and Italian seasonings. Baked to perfection, they offer a delightful crunch from the pumpkin skin paired with comforting pizza flavors. Perfect for Halloween parties or cozy family dinners, this dish not only impresses visually but also satisfies every palate. Get ready to wow your guests with this unique culinary treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small sugar pumpkins (about 2–3 lbs each)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the tops off the pumpkins and scoop out the seeds and stringy insides.
- In a bowl, mix together the pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, and pepperoni.
- Fill each pumpkin with the mixture just below the rim. Top with additional mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until pumpkins are tender and cheese is bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg