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Mummy Pizza

A fun, Halloween-themed pizza featuring a crispy crust topped with gooey cheese and creative bandage-like strips made from dough. The dish involves baking dough-based toppings until golden and bubbly, resulting in a playful yet savory snack with a crispy and chewy texture. Its visual appeal comes from the layered cheesy and dough strips that resemble a mummy's wrapping.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or your favorite melting cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing the crust
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano optional, for seasoning
  • to taste salt optional, to season the dough

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Rolling pin

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a smooth, even circle or rectangle that's about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Transfer the rolled dough onto the prepared baking sheet and brush the top with olive oil to help it crisp and develop a golden color.
  4. Spread a generous layer of shredded mozzarella evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
  5. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. While the pizza bakes, cut the remaining dough into thin strips to resemble bandages, about 1/4 inch wide and 4-6 inches long.
  7. Remove the baked pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly; this helps the cheese set and makes handling easier.
  8. Arrange the dough strips crosswise and lengthwise over the cheese-topped pizza, creating a bandage-like pattern that mimics a mummy.
  9. Optional: Sprinkle dried oregano and a pinch of salt over the top for added flavor and visual appeal.
  10. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the dough strips are lightly toasted and crispy.
  11. Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool just a bit, then slice and serve to enjoy the crispy crust, melty cheese, and playful bandages.