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Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins

Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins: A Cozy Halloween Delight You’ll Love

Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins are a fun, festive dish that perfectly blends seasonal charm with cheesy, hearty flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 pumpkins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese Offers a creamy and rich texture.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully for classic flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Adds a salty, nutty kick.
For the Dough
  • 1 package Biscuit dough (Pillsbury Grands) Creates a soft, golden layer.
For the Topping
  • 2 cloves Garlic Infuses butter with aroma.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Brushed on for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Brings color and freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Enhances flavor.
For Decoration and Serving
  • 6 sticks Pretzel sticks Used as stems.
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce Perfect for dipping.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • Kitchen twine

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Open the biscuit dough and separate the rounds. Place them on a clean surface.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Flatten each biscuit round, place a tablespoon of cheese filling in the center, and shape into pumpkins.
  5. Melt butter, mix in parsley and paprika, and brush it on the pumpkin shapes.
  6. Place pumpkins on the baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly, insert pretzel sticks for stems, and serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pumpkinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for engaging kids in the kitchen, these Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins can be customized with different fillings and toppings.

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