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Bat-Shaped Mini Pizzas

  • Author: Christina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 mini pizzas 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delight your guests with these whimsical bat-shaped mini pizzas, perfect for Halloween or any fun gathering. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, they are sure to be a hit!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Your favorite toppings (e.g., sliced olives, bell peppers)
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough until it's about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Using a bat-shaped cookie cutter, cut out as many bat shapes as possible. Re-roll any scraps as needed.
  4. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce onto each bat shape.
  5. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella over each sauced pizza bat.
  6. Add your favorite toppings creatively, such as sliced olives for eyes.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving while warm.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 mini pizzas (70g)
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different sauces like pesto or unique toppings to customize your pizzas. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F for about 10 minutes.